Primary School Teaching Assistant

United World College of South East Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Singapore is seeking Primary School Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team. The role involves supporting students aged 4-11 in various learning environments and participating fully in school activities. Applicants should demonstrate a passion for working with children and possess relevant experience. The school values diversity, inclusion, and a positive learning environment, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with children aged 4 - 11.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a school setting.
• Must be able to work and supervise in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Support students during break times and assist in lesson activities.
• Engage positively with all aspects of student learning.
• Monitor and record student progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Interpersonal Skills

Supportive Approach

Technology Proficiency

Education

Qualification in relevant fields of study

Job description

UWCSEA East has vacancies for Primary School Teaching Assistants to join the team.

Reporting to the Primary School Leadership Team, the teaching assistant (TA) will assist in the delivery of the learning programme within the classroom environment and other settings as directed by the teacher and/or Head of Grade / Department.

Main Responsibilities

Pre-lesson Support

• Support students during break times as well as arrival and departure as required.

• Assist in planning, preparation and the use of specialist materials, strategies, and resources.

During Lesson Support

• Engage in all aspects of student learning and curriculum, including programme delivery, goal setting and assessment.

• Positively and proactively deliver targeted support to students with diverse learning profiles within the classroom environment and other school settings.

• Work with the students individually or in a small group setting; supervising activities assigned by the teacher.

• Support and fully engage in all 5 elements of the UWCSEA programme, including activities, service and outdoor education including full participation in residential camps.

Documentation

• Monitor and record student progress, wellbeing and behaviour in an effort to better meet students’ needs and goals.

• Observe students and take anecdotal notes to inform planning of appropriate interventions, and next steps.

• Participate in professional conversations to share above documentation.

Supporting A Positive Learning Environment

• Build positive, productive relationships with the students to support their engagement and learning, including building opportunities to draw on student interests and strengths within the learning programme.

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion, demonstrating a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of individual/family circumstances.

• Abide by the school’s policies and practices, including the code of conduct and confidentiality.

• Demonstrate professionalism in all interactions within the school setting and on school business.

• Engage in, and complete all required safeguarding training and use relevant College systems

• Use initiative to take on additional responsibilities as and when required.

• Assist with any other duties, tasks or jobs with similar levels of responsibility and complexity to the assigned job grade as may be reasonably requested by the line manager and/or the College.

Person Specifications

• Qualification in relevant fields of study is highly desirable

• Essential:Must be passionate about working with children aged 4 - 11 to positively impact their learning, demonstrating a caring and supportive approach

• Experience in school settingsessential: at least 2 years of relevant experience in similar capacity with children aged 4 - 11 years old

• Proficient with technology isessential, including Google platforms, Gmail and Google calendar and a working knowledge of Mac

• A willingness to learn and a commitment to ongoing professional learning isessentialto keep up to date and continue to improve own practice

• Essential:Must be able to work with students including working on the floor with students, kneeling, supervising student up and down the stairs, outdoor duties, and accompanying students on outdoor activities, including off campus and multiple overnight camps

• Experience working in play based environments would be advantageous

• Experience working with students with additional needs would be highly advantageous

• Experience working with language learners for whom English is an additional language.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in both written and spoken English.

• Evidence of ability to work cohesively in a team based environment as well as independently

• Must be flexible, willing and able to adapt and change at short notice in response to student and school needs.We have the amazing opportunity to work with children and that can be unpredictable!

Application

Apply via our portal by Wednesday, 11 June 2025 at 11:59pm Singapore Time.

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.