Sunmarke SchoolDubai, UAE
Salary: Undisclosed
Contract type: Full Time
Contract term: Permanent
Date Posted: 30 Aug 2020
Closing date: 28 Sep 2020
Suitable for NQTs: Yes
The primary role of the Learning Support Assistant is to work with teachers to raise the attainment and maximise the progress of pupils, whilst also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion. They give assistance to pupils so that they can access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement.
Learning Support Assistants are an integral part of our school workforce, representing a substantial investment in school funding. Learning Support Assistants should act with honesty and integrity to uphold comparable standards to other education professionals, in order to make the education of pupils their first concern.
The standards and requirements for Learning Support Assistants are set out in four themes:
Personal and professional conduct
– In the same way as teachers, Learning Support Assistants operate in a position of trust and are seen by pupils as role models. They should be able to maintain proper boundaries with pupils and their behaviours should reflect this responsible position.
Experience of previous work in a school is desirable
Learning Support Assistants should uphold trust in the education profession by:
Knowledge and understanding
– Learning Support Assistants should have sufficient knowledge and skills to help teachers support pupils in achieving their maximum potential. Subject knowledge; specialist skills and knowledge to support pupils with special educational needs or disabilities; knowledge of the curriculum; pedagogical knowledge; behaviour management strategies.
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelors degree.
Learning Support Assistants are expected to:
Teaching and learning
– An important role of a Learning Support Assistant is to support the teacher in ensuring the best possible outcomes for all pupils. The standards in this theme recognise that Learning Support Assistants work under the supervision of a teacher in accordance with arrangements made by the Inclusion Leader.
Prior teaching experience is an advantage
English Language should be IELTS 6.5 or above (or equivalent)
Learning Support Assistants are expected to:
Working with others
– Learning Support Assistants work with other professionals, parents, and outside agencies as well as with pupils themselves. Although other themes require Learning Support Assistants to work collaboratively with others, these qualities and skills are considered so important and distinctive to the role as to merit their own theme.
References from previous employers will be required
Learning Support Assistants are expected to:
This position reports to the Inclusion Leader: Secondary
Applicants must currently be resident in the UAE
Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Please note that should your application be successful an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) and/or Police Checks will be required.
To Apply:
If you have the passion, energy and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we would welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role within our future growth plans.
Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings
Interviews will take place either face to face or by video conferencing.
Appointment Start Date: 23rd August 2020
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