Teaching Assistant

Straits International School Penang; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Straits International School Penang is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support our International Early Years/Primary teams, helping learners reach new levels of understanding. The ideal candidate is passionate about learning, communicates well with colleagues, students, and parents, and embraces collaborative teamwork.

The role emphasizes safeguarding and wellbeing, with a commitment to continuous development and professional growth within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Graduate diploma, bachelor degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education / Education.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an international school preferred.
• Experience with Early Years (3-6) and Primary (7-11); flexible team player.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

Job description

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Full time

2mo ago , from Straits International School Penang

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our International Early Years/ Primary team to take our children to the next level of learning. If you want to be part of our team, you will need to be passionate about learning and knowledgeable about the factors that affect learning. You will be good at working with your colleagues, our students, and their parents.

Begin with our children and students.

Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect.

We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively.

We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible.

We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously.

Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Qualification and Experience GraduateDiploma,BachelorDegreeor Diploma in Early Childhood Education / Education

A minimum of2yearsexperienceispreferable in an international school.

Working with Early Years (3-6) & Primary age pupils (7-11) roleandalsoweare looking for a flexible team player.

Previous experience working in an early childhood center or related field is an added advantage. Creative, inspiring, patient, resourceful, and energetic.

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Is committed to wider aspects of school life and learning including developing students' life skills to support development and growth.

Possess excellent communication skills, with a personable, caring, and passionate demeanor. You should hold high expectations for yourself and others and aspire to continuous improvement.

In return Tenby offers:

A Culture of trust, where all contributions are recognized and respected.

A passionate, positive, highly skilled, and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of every decision.

Allocated support through our Campus Senior Leadership Team to support us developing an exceptional school.

An embedded whole trust commitment to professional development.

A peer network of like-minded teachers.

A real commitment to work-life balance – we remember we are human beings first and educators second!

Great employee benefits.

INTERVIEWS

Initial interviews will be completed Face to Face whenever possible.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.