Learning Support Assistant - Secondary - interest in Science preferred

Job Overview

Jebel Ali School, Dubai, is seeking an outstanding Learning Support Assistant, with an interest in Science recommended to join their leading British curriculum school.

Jebel Ali School is a leading British curriculum school in Dubai for students aged 3-18 years rated ‘Outstanding’ by British Schools Overseas.

Established in 1977, Jebel Ali School has an enviable reputation for being a much-loved community school centred around the ethos that our students never stop believing that better is always possible. Our aim is for everyone to ‘belong, believe and become better than they thought they could’.

Our campus contains state of the art facilities including a standalone Foundation Stage School, Primary and Secondary Schools as well as some of the most impressive sports facilities in the city.

Known and admired as the original Dubai community school, the school currently has 1,950 students on roll representing over 70 different nationalities. Jebel Ali School follows the English National Curriculum to GCSE, BTEC and ‘A’ Levels.

The school is fully inclusive, aspirational for our students academically, emotionally, and socially, with a fantastic student and parent community who take pride in, and, are fully supportive of the school.

Our students leave us with confidence, strong interpersonal skills and with sufficient adaptability, resilience and understanding to be successful in the world of both today and tomorrow.

What We Offer

Jebel Ali School is a great place to work; we have one of the highest staff retention rates in the UAE, so we know we are doing something right. You will be busy, and you will work hard, but our unique community ethos makes Jebel Ali School a very special place.

The Successful Applicant Will Receive

Highly competitive salary package offered.

World class professional development opportunities, where we are committed to ensuring, and developing, our team to enable them to be equipped to provide students with the best possible educational experience.

Most importantly you will have an opportunity to join one of the largest, and arguably most successful, British curriculum schools in the UAE.

Taaleem

As a Taaleem Learning Assistant, you will join one of the largest, most respected education providers in the United Arab Emirates. Taaleem (which means ‘education’ in Arabic’) was established in 2004 and now has 9,000 students attending our 11 international schools and pre-schools in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

We recruit the very best international teachers and leaders who can deliver our international curricula in a creative, collaborative, and highly engaging manner. Taaleem is committed to inspiring students and helping them to identify and develop their passions and talents.

To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student(s), providing a learning environment that supports their developmental and educational needs, under the overall direction of the class teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO.

Key Accountabilities

Work within the framework set by the assigned teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO, outlining the LSA’s role in lessons including how they will provide feedback to the named student(s) and colleagues on learning and behaviour.

Supervise and facilitate individual support for the named student, with particular reference to Individual Education Plan (IEP) / pupil passport targets, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities, including, where appropriate, specialist lessons.

Provide informal feedback to the named student in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher.

Record and share with the teacher, colleagues and supporting professionals, issues of concern and positive feedback about the student’s welfare and achievements.

Communicate effectively with the named student’s parent(s) via emails and reports based on IEP/pupil passport targets and outcomes, weekly/monthly or as confirmed by the Head of Inclusion / SENCO.

Maintain a file of IEP/pupil passports, records, minutes and other relevant documents.

Contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs.

Attend any staff meetings and Professional Development days as requested and required by School.

Accompany student to ECAs outside of school hours, if required and as agreed by the School and parent/s.

Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed, including being flexible to support in other areas of the school as and when required; on occasions this may involve supporting other students, for instance if the named student is working in a collaborative setting.

Person Specification

Experience: Experience or aptitude for working with students with special educational needs, previous teaching or teaching assistant experience essential

Education: SEND qualification

Interest in Science

Competencies

High levels of written and spoken English

Enthusiasm, commitment and aptitude for working with students

Good team player, able to work well as part of a team

Confidentiality and empathy

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.