Administrative Assistant - Yasmina American School

Aldar Education; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldar Education is seeking an Administrative Assistant for Yasmina American School in Abu Dhabi, starting June/July 2025. The role involves managing communications, supporting staff, and ensuring effective school operations. Join a dedicated team committed to academic excellence and personal development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical

Flights

Housing

Free school places

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least two years in a school environment.
• Fluent in English, Arabic skills preferable.

Responsibilities

• Attend all administration team meetings.
• Manage emails on behalf of the Leadership Team.
• Maintain up-to-date student records.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Diploma

High school certificate

Tools

PC operation

Common software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Description

Aldar Education is currently seeking an outstanding Administrative Assistant for Yasmina American School in Abu Dhabi, starting in June/July 2025.

Yasmina American School, located in Khalifa City A, offers a comprehensive American curriculum from Pre-KG to Grade 5. The school is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable education in a supportive environment that fosters each child's potential.

Join our passionate team and state-of-the-art facilities to contribute to academic excellence and personal development. Be part of Aldar's successful family of schools and help shape the future of Abu Dhabi's leading educational group.

Responsibilities

Main Duties:

• Attend all administration team meetings
• Type and brand official documents and letters for parents
• Manage emails on behalf of the Leadership Team as appropriate
• Liaise with staff and respond to inquiries within your responsibility
• Coordinate with Aldar HQ for related issues/tasks

Specific Duties:

• Design documents to improve school effectiveness
• Attend relevant training for the Admin Support role
• Support school staff with various requirements
• Maintain up-to-date student records on Engage
• Send personalized letters to parents via mail merge and attach to DMS system
• Handle communications with parents regarding homework, visits, and events
• Ensure fire registers are current and accurate
• Process student leaver forms, update Engage, and forward to Admissions
• Arrange teacher cover during absences

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or high school certificate
• Proficient in PC operation and office equipment, with knowledge of common software and spreadsheets
• Good communication skills

Minimum Experience:

• At least two years in a school environment

Job-specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Fluent in English, both written and oral
• Arabic language skills are preferable
• Strong interpersonal skills for diverse, multicultural interactions
• Excellent office management skills

What We Offer

Aldar Education provides a family of innovative, child-centered schools in the UAE, educating over 34,000 students. We offer an attractive package including medical, flights, housing, and free school places, along with professional development opportunities. We seek forward-thinking leaders eager to grow and contribute.

This job description is not exhaustive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend it at any time. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

We are dedicated to safeguarding children and young people. Appointment is subject to references and police clearance.