Learning Support Assistant

Job Overview

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant for our Repton Dubai School.

We are looking to appoint a caring, compassionate, and excellent practitioner who has a passion for working with and supporting young pupils and families. The Learning Support Assistant position is an exciting opportunity and will suit an experienced educator who has a passion for working with and supporting young pupils and families. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication, organisation and collaboration skills; and demonstrate a genuine resonance with the

Repton values.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

About Repton School Dubai

Repton Dubai was founded in 2007 and is a ‘world class’ international school in the heart of Dubai. One of the few genuinely international schools in the Gulf Region, Repton Dubai combines the reputation and academic rigour of the UK curriculum, from infants and junior school up to IGCSE level in Year 11 and then embraces the challenges and opportunities of the International Diploma or IB in the Sixth Form, whilst also offering A levels.

Set in a stunning campus in Nad Al Sheba, and almost uniquely in Dubai, also offering a dynamic boarding experience, Repton pupils from ages 3-18 benefit from facilities, resources and a classroom and sporting experience, that is the envy of their peers.

The department is proud of the outstanding results achieved in recent years for both IGCSE and IB. The successful candidate will join a hard-working, driven and experienced team of dedicated teachers, all working in collaboration to make our subject highly engaging and our young people experts. At Repton we have state of the art facilities, and we have embraced technological advances to allow students and teachers to be creative and successful in the modern world, this is a great opportunity to join a highly effective team.

Our mission is ‘the rigorous pursuit of excellence, inside and outside the classroom, combined with a passionate concern for the wellbeing of each individual.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the education of the pupil in inclusive schools and classrooms by implementing, monitoring, and personalising adaptations.

Prepare learning materials for use by the pupil under the direction of the Teacher.

Collect formative assessment data/evidence on pupil performance and progress, based on systems designed by Teachers or the Inclusion Support Team.

Facilitate peer interactions based on guidance from the Teacher and Inclusion Support Team.

Apply current best practices and strategies learned through professional development courses, in-service training, or workshops.

Help pupil with personal organisation and provide pastoral support, to help them settle in as quickly and successfully as possible into their new school.

Translate, clarify and explain instructions to pupil, support if additional time is required to complete tasks.

Liaise regularly with the Inclusion team and teachers to monitor pupil progress and review language learning intentions.

Reinforce positive attitudes and behaviour, helping pupil to integrate socially and promoting self-esteem.

Communicate with parents as required in a professional and competent manner.

Refer parents to teacher regarding specific enquiries regarding education, health, development, pupils, families, parents, and complaints.

Work co-operatively with class teacher and other Assistants, maintaining open communication.

Understand and work in accordance with the school policies and procedures as outlined in the school policies.

Engage in professional learning and attend workshops as required.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree

Education/pupil Development Qualifications Would Be An Advantage.

Possession of excellent written and spoken English skills

Excellent presentation and communication skills

How To Apply

If you are passionate about education, possess strong leadership skills, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!

To support your application, please include your current, up-to-date CV.

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.

Cognita and the Repton Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 5 years.