Classroom Assistant (UAEN) - Al Ghad Charter School - Immediate Start

Role Overview

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant (Personalised Learning Specialist) to join Al Ghad Charter School in Abu Dhabi for an immediate start.

Company Overview

Al Ghad Charter School is located in Abu Dhabi and offers an inspiring educational environment where excellence in teaching and learning is central. The school delivers a globally recognized curriculum through dedicated educators and an innovative approach to education, committed to nurturing lifelong learners and contributing to the UAE National Agenda for Emirati students. Al Ghad Charter School fosters a dynamic, diverse, and progressive learning community guided by a vision of developing courageous, innovative learners driven to achieve excellence. The school is part of the Aldar Education family, one of Abu Dhabi's leading educational groups.

Role Purpose

Support individual students and small groups during lessons and structured intervention sessions to help them fully engage with the curriculum, using subject-specific expertise to deliver targeted learning activities and intervention programmes that promote measurable academic progress.

Key Responsibilities

Intervention & Support Delivery

• Deliver subject-specific interventions to individuals or small groups under the direction of teaching staff.
• Plan and deliver intervention programmes in collaboration with teaching staff, focusing on helping students make measurable academic progress.
• Support individual students and small groups during lessons and structured intervention sessions, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Provide in-class support to help reinforce key learning objectives and promote active participation.
• Adapt learning materials and approaches to meet the varying needs and progress levels of students in intervention groups.

Assessment & Progress Monitoring

• Observe, monitor, and report on student progress during interventions and classroom learning, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to planning and review discussions.
• Access and update student progress data and records to inform future planning and monitor the impact of support.
• Monitor student engagement and understanding during sessions, offering constructive feedback and encouraging academic confidence.
• Assist students in preparing for assessments and examinations through revision strategies, study support, and retrieval practice.

Curriculum & Coordination

• Undertake a specialist role using subject-specific expertise (e.g. English, Maths, Science, Arabic) to deliver targeted learning activities and intervention programmes.
• Liaise with subject teachers and leaders to ensure intervention content aligns with curriculum objectives and student needs.
• Coordinate the work of other support staff (where applicable) to support shared intervention goals and consistent implementation.

Classroom & Environment Management

• Prepare, organise, and maintain teaching resources and learning materials to support both classroom learning and intervention delivery.
• Display and present students' work to enhance the learning environment and celebrate achievement.
• Assist with daily classroom routines, including setting up resources, taking attendance, and end-of-day organisation.
• Supervise students in the classroom and other school settings (e.g. corridors, break times, educational visits), ensuring their safety and positive conduct.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment in line with the school's policies on health, safety, behaviour, and safeguarding.

Professional Engagement

• Participate in staff meetings, training opportunities, and performance reviews as required.
• Support and model the school's ethos, values, and expectations in all aspects of professional conduct, including dress, punctuality, and attendance.
• Carry out other relevant duties as directed by the principal or leadership team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree with subject specialisation (minimum).
• High School Diploma (UAEN).

Skills & Competencies

• English language skills or fluency in the language used in the school curriculum.

Additional Information

Aldar Education is an equal opportunities employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organisation is mindful of its national development strategy and encourages UAE Nationals to apply. Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.