Teaching Assistant

Dubai, Dubai GEMS Education

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Job Purpose:

Assist teachers in their work as directed. Teaching assistants will be asked to assist with a range of tasks on a regular basis.

Job Scope:

Have the authority to supervise small groups of children or whole classes of children in an emergency situation, or when specifically requested to do so by the Principal or Senior Management Team. Teaching assistants are fully insured to supervise groups of children inside and outside the classrooms.

Internal & External Interactions:

Teachers, school staff and management, pupils, parents.

Key Accountabilities:

Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.

Assist the teacher with reading related activities.

Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.

Prepare and tidy up classroom activities. Mount work displays and assist with preparation of displays.

Photocopy documents and assist with preparation of worksheets etc as requested.

Responsible for covering class for short periods of time in emergency situations.

Tidy and rearrange stock cupboards and distribute new stock.

Take children to toilet and change/clean them when necessary.

Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum eg literacy,

numeracy and Phonetics.

Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at

all times.

Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.

Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

Ensure tact, confidentiality and discretion at all times. Maintain confidential information and ensure information pertaining to students and the school is not shared or discussed without the approval of the teacher or senior management team.

Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Skills

Qualifications / knowledge:

Good level of general education especially in Maths and English.

Skills:

Strong communication skills with excellent standard of written and spoken English. ICT skills desirable. Able to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.

Experience:

Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children preferred.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Education and Training
  • Industries Education Administration Programs

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Teaching Assistant

Dubai, Dubai Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi

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About Us

We're Nord Anglia Education, the world's largest premium international schools organisation.

Every day, our teachers help 74,000 students at 81 schools across Asia, the Middle East, the Americas and Europe achieve more than they ever imagined possible.

Our family of more than 13,000 passionate staff are experts in their academic and commercial fields and play a vital role in the world-class experience our schools provide.

When you join Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi, you'll become part of a global family of talented and creative experts working for a fast-growing premium international brand.

About The School

Nord Anglia International School Abu Dhabi is e a UK curriculum day school enrolling students from Early Years to Year 13 in the city's prestigious residential district Al Reem Island, next to the Sorbonne University campus.

Our new school will has the capacity for 2,600 students upon completion.

Its first phase of development, openeded September 2023, included the Early Years building and sports facilities, while the second phase opening in Summer 2024 will include the main Primary and Secondary classrooms.

About The Role

Teaching Assistants play an important role in creating a positive learning environment for our students.

Working under the supervision of a teacher, a Teaching Assistant may work with children on an individual basis, in small groups or with a whole class to embed day-to-day learning.

Teaching Assistants also contribute to monitoring the progress of students and provide feedback to support the teacher in providing a more individualised approach to learning.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

A minimum of a high school diploma level education

A minimum of 2-years experience working in a similar position

A sound understanding of teaching best practice

High level of fluency in written and spoken English

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students and parents

Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks

High level of international and inter-cultural understanding

An understanding of the British curriculum would be advantageous

Ideally, candidates will already be based in the UAE.

If you would like to take this exciting role and you have the right blend of experience and ambition, then we look forward to hearing from you.

Selection Process

Applicants should apply online and submit a CV, letter of application and the details of two professional referees, one of which should be your current Line Manager.

Safeguarding

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

All post holders having regular unsupervised contact with children are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence / birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.

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PE Teaching Assistant

Dubai, Dubai GEMS Education

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GEMS International School, Al Khail, opened in September, 2013, as a premium school offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme.

With a strong multicultural student and faculty of 99 nationalities, we educate our students on the importance of acceptance, communication, appreciation and understanding. Through developing these core personal and social skills, and maintaining the GEMS Education ethos of learning, our students become true global citizens.

Teaching at GEMS is not just a job, it's a career. Our teachers enjoy free access to leading CPD programs and have the opportunity to grow with the company on a global scale. With most of our leaders coming from within the GEMS network of schools, GEMS teachers are in a unique position to consider career opportunities across the world as we expand into more and more countries.

PE Teaching Assistants must be able to swim, as part of their responsibilities may include assisting with swimming lessons and ensuring student safety during pool activities.

Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.

Assist the teacher with reading related activities.

Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.

Prepare and tidy up classroom activities. Mount work displays and assist with preparation of displays.

Photocopy documents and assist with preparation of worksheets etc. as requested.

Responsible for covering class for short periods of time in emergency situations.

Tidy and rearrange stock cupboards and distribute new stock.

Take children to toilet and change/clean them when necessary.

Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum e.g. literacy,

Numeracy and Phonetics.

Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at

all times.

Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.

Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

Ensure tact, confidentiality and discretion at all times. Maintain confidential information and ensure information pertaining to students and the school is not shared or discussed without the approval of the teacher or senior management team.

Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.

Skills

Skills

  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Active listening skills
  • Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
  • To be flexible and open to change

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.Seniority level
  • Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type Full-time
Job function
  • Job function Education and Training
  • Industries Education Administration Programs

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