Learning Support Specialist (Humanities and Business Studies)

The British School Manila; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

The British School Manila is seeking a qualified Learning Support role to assist senior students, focusing on Humanities, Business Studies and Economics. You will work within the school’s Student Support Services to tailor interventions and monitor progress across subject areas.

Ideal candidates will have a teaching degree and SEN qualifications, plus 2 years’ experience in diverse educational settings, with strong communication and safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching degree (Secondary School Relevant Subject) and/or SEN qualification.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience with diverse learning needs.
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment is an advantage.
• Understanding of mathematics and an interest in Business Studies, Economics or Humanities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional demeanour.
• Familiar with safeguarding in an educational context and responsibilities to protect children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting, implementing, monitoring and reviewing individual learning goals.
• Use data to inform decision-making.
• Research, source and share evidence-based resources for learning differences.
• Collaborate with colleagues to assess, plan for, monitor and review learning needs.
• Plan and prepare intervention lessons for iGCSE Business Studies and Economics and IB Business Management.
• Provide regular feedback to the team and subject teachers to improve provision.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Teacher degree (Secondary)

SEN qualification

Job description

About the role

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and experienced multi-disciplinary Student Support Services team, providing learning support to students in the Senior School. The role focuses on supporting students with a range of learning needs, particularly in Humanities, Business Studies and Economics.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to the Learning Plan cycle by assisting in setting, implementing, monitoring and reviewing individual learning goals
• Use data to inform decision-making
• Research, source and share evidence-based resources to support individual learning differences
• Engage in collaborative approaches with colleagues to assess, plan for, monitor and review learning needs
• Assist in the planning and preparation of intervention lessons, lead on modifying plans and resources for small groups and individual students for iGCSE Business Studies and Economics and IB Business Management
• Provide regular and meaningful feedback to the student support services team and subject teachers to continually develop effective provision for students
• Communicate with parents/guardians about the students' progress and share strategies to support the student at home and in other settings
• Demonstrate excellent English communication and IT skills
• Be organised, systematic, efficient and diligent in their approach to work
• Excel with a student-centred approach and possess excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship skills

About you

• A relevant teaching degree (Secondary School Relevant Subject) and/or Special Educational Needs, preferably with an above-average academic record from a reputable school
• Preferably at least 2 years of relevant teaching experience, including working with students with a range of learning needs
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment is an advantage
• A sound understanding of mathematics and an interest in Business Studies, Economics or Humanities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional demeanour
• Familiar with safeguarding in an educational context and have an understanding of the responsibilities to protect children and young people

About us

The British School Manila (BSM) is a co-educational, private, not-for-profit British international school that welcomes 970+ students aged 3-18, representing 54 nationalities. BSM's purpose is to provide an outstanding holistic British international education, empowering students to flourish as global citizens with the skills, understanding and values to make a positive contribution to our world. BSM is a fully accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), COBIS (Council of British International Schools) and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), a founding member of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA) and a member of the East Asian Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS).