Pastoral Teaching Assistant At Safa Community School

Job Overview

POST: Primary Pastoral Teaching Assistant at Safa Community School, Dubai

Safa Community School - a beacon of excellence. In 2024, we were honoured with the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ title, a testament to our commitment towards student well-being. In addition, we were proud recipients of the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award, reflecting our dedication to academic progress. This was further underscored by our 2024 GCSE VA score of +2.2. Our high staff retention rates and inclusion in the top 15 Schools in the UAE by the Schools Compared survey are a source of pride for us all.

At Safa Community School, we are more than just a school—we are a community. With a parent body comprising expats, including around 35% from the UK, we have fostered a reputation for being a friendly, warm, and community-oriented school. Our positive relationships among staff, parents, and students are a testament to our inclusive approach, making everyone feel welcomed and part of a larger family. This sense of belonging sets us apart and should make you feel at home in our school.

Safa Community School is not just another school but an award-winning all-through UK curriculum school, from FS1 to Year 13, with 2,640 students. Follow our school Instagram channel for a glimpse into our vibrant community, showcasing student achievements, community events, and much more at safa_scs. Discover how we nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a thriving environment for every student.

Currently, we are in search of a dynamic and passionate Primary Pastoral Teaching assistant to join our highly accomplished primary department.

At Safa Community School we aim to work together to create a nurturing environment that enables our children to discover their potential and possibilities. We want them to become fulfilled and rounded adults who will make a positive contribution to the world in which they are growing up. We allow our children the freedom to work in a variety of contexts and settings when meeting new challenges, allowing them the chance to discover and create. Gifts and talents are celebrated and fully explored.

The successful applicant will already be resident in Dubai. Only applicants already based in Dubai will be considered.

About The Role

The successful applicant will demonstrate high levels of motivation and have the ability to engage, support, lead and inspire children to raise standards along with delivering effective outcomes for all children. You will preferably have experience delivering the Primay or National Curriculum for England either in the UK or an international setting.

At Safa Community School we aim to work together to create a nurturing environment that enables our children to discover their potential and possibilities. We want them to become fulfilled and rounded adults who will make a positive contribution to the world in which they are growing up. We allow our children the freedom to work in a variety of contexts and settings when meeting new challenges, allowing them the chance to discover and create. Gifts and talents are celebrated and fully explored.

General Professional Responsibilities

• Support the emotional wellbeing, pastoral care and social development of children across the phase.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, acting as a calm, caring and supportive role model.
• Provide individual and small group wellbeing support, helping children develop emotional regulation, confidence, resilience and positive friendships.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, leaders and families to ensure children’s pastoral and wellbeing needs are effectively supported.
• Promote children’s independence, self-esteem, inclusion and positive behaviour throughout the school day.
• Support children during key transition times, unstructured play and moments of emotional need.
• Assist in creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where all children feel valued and heard.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow safeguarding and wellbeing procedures in line with school policies.
• Provide administrative and organisational support linked to wellbeing and pastoral provision where required.
  
  

• Due to regulations, we can only employ individuals with a minimum of High School/Secondary School education in English and Mathematics or a degree.
• A qualification or background in Counselling, Psychology, Child Development, Wellbeing, Social Work, or a related field would be preferred.
• Previous experience supporting children’s emotional wellbeing, pastoral care, or safeguarding within an educational setting is required.
  
  

• All applications must be submitted on the TES/Schrole Portal. Only applications submitted through the Portal will be considered.
• Only applications with relevant experience will be considered.
• Only applicants already residing in Dubai will be considered.
• Submit an up to date, full resume / CV.
• Submit a covering letter of no more than two A4 pages.
• Provide at least three referees’ names, telephone numbers (with international dialling codes), and email addresses. One must be a current employer.
• Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date and therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
• Once initial interviews are concluded, arrangements will be made individually with those candidates who will proceed to the second round of interviews.