Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,480 - 55,800; Full time

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is looking for a Teaching Assistant to support classroom learning and student care in Dubai. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in classroom assistance and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include helping teachers, maintaining classroom organization, and ensuring student safety.

Join a respected education group that prioritizes structured learning environments. Candidates should possess 3-5 years of experience, a relevant degree, and excellent English skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar classroom support role.
• Good general education with strong ability in English and Mathematics.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with student learning needs and classroom routines.
• Assist in small group activities and prepare teaching materials.
• Supervise students during short teacher absences and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Classroom support

Student supervision

Literacy and numeracy assistance

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Certificate or Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support.

Job Details

• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Industry: Education Management
• Function: Classroom Teaching
• Experience: 3–5 years
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Salary: 3000‑5000 (estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Nationality: Any

Role Overview

Teaching Assistant in Dubai, UAE is a valuable Education Management opportunity for a school support professional who can help teachers deliver structured classroom learning, student care, and daily academic activities. This role is suited for candidates with strong English communication skills, classroom assistance experience, and the ability to support young learners in a safe, organized, and positive school environment.

Context

The Teaching Assistant will support classroom teachers by helping students with learning activities, preparing resources, maintaining classroom organization, and assisting with child supervision. The role contributes directly to student development, classroom discipline, safeguarding standards, and the smooth daily operation of teaching and learning across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with student learning needs, classroom routines, and daily academic tasks.
• Assist in small group activities inside and outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.
• Prepare worksheets, photocopy documents, organize teaching materials, and tidy classroom resources.
• Help create, mount, and maintain classroom displays that support student engagement and learning.
• Supervise students during short teacher absences, emergency cover, planned breaks, or release time.
• Organize stock cupboards, distribute new supplies, and maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Assist younger students with toilet needs, changing, and basic care when required.
• Support literacy, numeracy, phonics, and other curriculum‑related classroom activities.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures, confidentiality standards, and professional conduct requirements.
• Attend staff meetings, support school committees, and complete additional duties assigned by line managers or supervisors.

Ideal Profile

• High School Certificate, Bachelor's degree in Education, or qualification in another relevant discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar classroom support role.
• Good general education with strong ability in English and Mathematics.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work well with children, teachers, parents, and school leadership teams.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple classroom tasks.
• Calm, patient, and professional approach when working under pressure.
• Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and responsible student supervision.
• UK‑enhanced DBS, police clearance, or equivalent background check required for appointment.

Skills Set

• Classroom support
• Student supervision
• Literacy and numeracy assistance
• Phonics support
• Worksheet preparation
• Classroom display preparation
• Child care support
• Communication skills
• ICT skills
• Confidentiality handling
• Safeguarding awareness
• Time management
• Multitasking
• Team collaboration

Why Join Us

• Work with a respected education group known for structured learning environments and student‑focused teaching standards.
• Build a stable school career in Dubai's growing private education sector.
• Gain valuable classroom exposure while supporting teachers and students in daily learning activities.
• Be part of a professional school community that values child safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Develop practical experience across curriculum support, classroom care, and academic administration.

About the Company

GEMS Education is one of the region's leading private education providers, operating a wide network of schools across the UAE and international markets. The organization is known for delivering quality learning, strong safeguarding standards, and student‑centered education across diverse school communities.