Learning Assistant

Dubai Schools Al Barsha; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Taaleem is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to promote learning and personal development of a named student, within a learning environment that supports their development under the supervision of the class teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO.

You will work with teachers, parents and the Student Support Team to implement IEP targets, monitor progress, provide feedback, and ensure safety, inclusion in activities, and compliance with school policies, including accompanying the student to ECAs

Responsibilities

• Work within the framework set by the assigned teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO, outlining the LSA’s role in lessons including how they will provide feedback to the named student(s) and colleagues on learning and behaviour.
• Supervise and facilitate individual support for the named student, with particular reference to Individual Education Plan (IEP) / pupil passport targets, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities, including, where appropriate, specialist lessons.
• Provide informal feedback to the named student in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher.
• Record and share with the teacher, colleagues and supporting professionals, issues of concern and positive feedback about the student’s welfare and achievements.
• Communicate effectively with the named student’s parent(s) via emails and reports based on IEP/pupil passport targets and outcomes, weekly/monthly or as confirmed by the Head of Inclusion/ SENCO.
• Maintain a file of IEP/pupil passports, records, minutes and other relevant documents.
• Contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs.
• Attend any staff meetings and Professional Development days as requested and required by School.
• Accompany student to ECAs outside of school hours, if required and as agreed by the School and parent/s.
• Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed, including being flexible to support in other areas of the school as and when required; on occasions this may involve supporting other students, for instance if the named student is working in a collaborative setting.

Job description

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicantswill be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high quality references, proof of relevantqualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

Job Purpose:

To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student(s), providing a learningenvironment that supports their developmental and educational needs, under the overall direction of theclass teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO.

Key Relationships (Internal and External):

Teachers, Students, Parents, Student Support Team, School Counsellor, Principal and other members of theschool management team, external agencies as required.

Key Accountabilities:

• Work within the framework set by the assigned teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO, outlining the LSA’s role in lessons including how they will provide feedback to the named student(s) and colleagues on learning and behaviour.
• Supervise and facilitate individual support for the named student, with particular reference to Individual Education Plan (IEP) / pupil passport targets, ensuring their safety and access to learningactivities, including, where appropriate, specialist lessons.
• Provide informal feedback to the named student in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher.
• Record and share with the teacher, colleagues and supporting professionals, issues of concern and positive feedback about the student’s welfare and achievements.
• Communicate effectively with the named student’s parent(s) via emails and reports based on IEP/pupil passport targets and outcomes, weekly/monthly or as confirmed by the Head of Inclusion/ SENCO.
• Maintain a file of IEP/pupil passports, records, minutes and other relevant documents.
• Contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs.
• Attend any staff meetings and Professional Development days as requested and required by School.
• Accompany student to ECAs outside of school hours, if required and as agreed by the School and parent/s.
• Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed, including being flexible to support in other areas of the school as and when required; on occasions this may involve supporting other students,for instance if the named student is working in a collaborative setting.