Primary Assistant Teacher

The British International School of Kuala Lumpur Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Kuala Lumpur is seeking Assistant Teachers to support pupil learning in a safe and positive environment. The role involves providing 1:1 and small-group interventions, working under the guidance of teaching staff, and engaging in community activities. Ideal candidates should possess an undergraduate degree and strong English communication skills. The school fosters a commitment to professional development and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Enjoys working with young people and fosters a love of reading.
• Integrate technology into the classroom experience.
• Flexible and positive work approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in gaining independence and improving social communication.
• Assist teachers in preparing and managing teaching programs.
• Provide administrative support and general clerical support.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Ability to work with young people

Proficient in the use of ICT

Excellent organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree

Job description

Assistant Teachers deliver 1:1 and small group withdrawal interventions (once trained), working under the guidance of the Learning Support Department. They provide in class support for pupils, working under the guidance of the class teacher, as well as providing administrative support.

Reporting Date

January 2026 & August 2026

Reporting To

Head of Learning Support , Head of Year and Class Teachers

Other Key Relationship

All primary teaching staff

Key Result Area

Measurement of Performance

Engagement and Interaction – School Ambassador to Internal Community

To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to support pupils to gain independence within their access to learning and social communication.

To contribute to the whole school ethos, environment and organisation both practically and as a positive role model for pupils and colleagues.

To lead and maintain positive and enjoyable break times for pupils including organising and participating in physical games and activities.

Drop ins

Observations

Professional Responsibilities

To support pupils’ development and promote independence in a safe, secure, challenging environment employing strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self‑reliance.

To support the learning of individuals and groups of pupils as identified in the weekly curriculum planning and to act as a role model, setting high expectations.

To focus on individual pupils to ensure their needs are being met within the group.

To tailor support in accordance with suggestions on individual pupils’ IEPs and work with others to utilise these suggestions.

To encourage pupils to interact and work cooperatively with others.

To observe, record and support the development and progress of pupils to identify individual needs and difficulties and to feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement.

To promote the inclusion and acceptance (celebration?) of all pupils within the classroom.

To participate in pupils' play and extend and stimulate language development through conversation.

To work with teachers and leaders within the year group to design the daily/weekly programme of lessons, activities and events to support pupils and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate.

To set high expectations regarding presentation of the learning environment and support Junior ATs in achieving the same standards.

To set out, prepare, use and tidy equipment.

To listen, support and discuss issues sensitively with parents and carers under the teacher’s supervision and to participate in feedback sessions and meetings with parents.

To monitor and evaluate pupil’s responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against predetermined learning objectives.

To provide objective and accurate feedback and reports as required to the teacher on pupil achievement progress and other matters ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.

To be responsible for keeping and updating records as agreed with the teacher, contributing to reviews of systems/records as required.

In class to undertake marking of pupils work as agreed with the teacher and accurately record achievement/progress.

To provide general clerical support, e.g., produce worksheets for agreed activities, photocopying, filing, receiving and passing money to the school office, produce visual aids for individual pupils etc.

To work with an established discipline policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting an independent restorative approach.

To assist the teacher in preparing, planning and managing specific activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses/needs.

To set out and prepare equipment indoors and outdoors.

To support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use.

To help pupils access learning activities through specialist support.

To determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources.

To promote the policies and ethos of the school, e.g. personal and social and to promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encouraging pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.

To display pupil’s work to reflect their achievement.

To supervise pupils on outings and visits as required.

To supervise pupils at break/lunchtimes.

To attend staff meetings as required.

To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security and to refer all concerns to the Headteacher, receiving training where necessary from the school.

To treat all information relating to a pupil as strictly confidential, and to be aware of and comply with school policy and practice, receiving training where necessary from the school.

To be a proactive member of the school and class team.

To participate positively and professionally in effective relationships with team members.

To establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils.

To run an after-school (CCA) activity once a week

To take an active role in the Connections program of the school

Professional and Personal Development

Have proper and professional regard for the ethos, policies and practice of the school

Demonstrate positive attitudes, values and behaviours to develop and sustain effective working relationships within the school community

To be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security and to refer all concerns to the Head of school, taking part in internal training where necessary

Uphold school values regarding equality, diversity and inclusion, respecting and celebrating individual differences

To treat all information relating to a pupil as strictly confidential, and to be aware of and comply with school policy and practice, taking part in internal training where necessary

Commitment to improving own practice through reflection and self‑evaluation, attending staff training/ meetings as requested, identifying relevant professional development needs and proactively communicating this with leaders

Drop ins

Observations

Personal Specifications – Skills Knowledge and Experience

Integrate technology into the classroom experience to enhance and extend the learning of students

Successfully teach students using technology in a virtual/hybrid environment

Enjoys working with young people; able to foster a love of reading and books in young people.

Possesses an undergraduate degree.

Strong communication skills in English (both written and oral).

Proficient in the use of ICT.

A fast learner, adaptable and creative.

Able to develop professional and positive relationships.

Supports the ethos and values of our school: Be Ambitious; Be Resilient; Take Risks; Act with Integrity; Be Kind..

Personal Attributes

High levels of personal integrity

Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard

Flexible and positive approach to work

Excellent organisational and time‑management skills; high attention to detail

Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved

Adaptable to working in a fast paced ever changing environment

Ability to work under pressure and remain calm

Proactive and willingness to take on multiple tasks

Self‑motivated and enthusiastic

Ability to work independently

Must be a team player, willing to help and be flexible

Continually strive for improvement

Other

Hold a current Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure or equivalent for countries lived in outside of the UK.

Compliance with visa requirements for working in [Location].

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. And the willingness to undertake appropriate child protection training when required

Philosophy and Values

We are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools. We believe that:

• There is no limit to what every person can achieve.
• Creativity and challenge help us get better every day.
• Learning should be personalised.
• Unique global opportunities enhance the learning experience.
• Student wellbeing should be valued and nurtured.

The NAE Commitment

At Nord Anglia Education, we work every day to inspire our schools, our students and our employees to be the best they can be, and we are ambitious for them all to achieve more than they thought possible in their personal, social and academic endeavours. Within our family of schools, this aspiration is underpinned by a commitment to always act with respect, integrity, openness, courage and ambition. These qualities are the foundation of how we approach our work and roles within NAE and are shared by everyone in our global family.

Promote and embody THE CORE 7 Leadership Capabilities:

• Accountable – Establishes a high performing culture and accepts accountability for organisational performance.
• Strategic – Leads opportunity and is committed to continuous improvement aligned with the organisational vision and direction
• Collaborative – Works collaboratively with others to achieve organisational outcomes
• Entrepreneurial – Creates organisational value for diverse stakeholders and achieves commercial success
• Enabling – Drives excellence through valuing and developing others
• Agile – Achieves personal and organisational success within a changing, dynamic and complex environment
• Resilient – Demonstrates personal resilience within a demanding environment of high expectations

Be a positive role‑model of our educational values each day

Feedback as a valued member of the team and the wider organisation

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• Do you have experience working with children?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?

The British International School of Kuala Lumpur (BSKL) is one of the leading international schools in Kuala Lumpur offering contemporary British international education to students from Pre‑Nursery through to Sixth Form.

The school has three visually arresting campuses - Lower, Junior and Secondary - providing a range of excellent learning environments. BSKL has been graded as excellent in all areas of educational provision by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, and is a member of Nord Anglia Education offering numerous opportunities for professional growth.

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