Individual Needs Support AssistanT

Regent International School (RIS); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UAE is seeking an Individual Needs Support Assistant to enhance the learning experience for students with special educational needs. The role involves providing tailored support in literacy, mathematics, and social development, working closely with teachers and the Inclusion Team. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in educational settings, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a support role in a school setting.
• Proficient communicator in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities to support IEP targets.
• Provide in-class support to facilitate access to learning.
• Monitor and maintain records of pupil progress.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of SEND

Knowledge of Inclusive Pedagogies

Education

GCSE in English

Relevant Qualification in Education

Job description

We seek to appoint an outstanding Individual Needs Support Assistant to join our team for an August 2025 start.

The role involves small group and 1:1 learning support for literacy, mathematics, motor skills, and/or language. The Individual Needs Support Assistant will support the teachers in enhancing the effective involvement of pupils with SEND and/or learning barriers in their academic and social development.

The post holder will:

• Plan and implement activities to support the IEP targets, follow structured literacy intervention programmes, and report professionally on the student's progress and outcomes when communicating with parents and teachers.
• Provide in-class support in lessons, to facilitate successful access to differentiated learning,
• Work alongside teachers and other staff to support pupils learning, especially those with SEND or a learning barrier.
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement, under the guidance of teachers.
• Monitor, maintain & review records of pupil progress over time and support teachers to plan subsequent learning based on their needs.
• Maintain the learning environment and developing appropriate resources for students.
• Apply strategies to promote pupils self-esteem, self-confidence, and independence
• Work as part of the Inclusion Team, accessing relevant training and attending parent review meetings where necessary.
• Candidate should have a GCSE in English, or equivalent, and be a proficient communicator in spoken and written English.
• Should have a relevant qualification and/or proof of completed trainings in education, special educational needs.
• Prior experience in working in a support role in a school setting for all the grades.
• Working hours are from 7 a.m. 4.30 p.m.
• Strong work ethic along with a commitment to staff and student privacy.
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of inclusive pedagogies will be an advantage
• Knowledge of SEND will be an advantage.

This is a local contract with no additional benefits other than all school holidays as per the academic calendar.

Company Industry

• Education
• Training
• Teaching

Department / Functional Area

• Teaching
• Education

Keywords

• Individual Needs Support Assistant

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