Teaching Assistant (UAE National) - August Start - Cranleigh Abu Dhabi

Role Overview

Teaching Assistant (UAE National) at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi, a school within the Aldar Education family. This is an August start position based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is part of Aldar Education, a family of world-class, child-centred, and innovative schools based in the UAE. The school educates over 38,000 students across Aldar's group of owned and managed schools. Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is situated on a bespoke seven-hectare campus at the entrance to Saadiyat's emerging Cultural District, within minutes of New York University Abu Dhabi and Saadiyat Beach, and near the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Berklee College of Music. The school's motto is "Ex Cultu Robur" – "From Culture Comes Strength."

Role Purpose

To support children in all aspects of school life, facilitate their independence as learners, and work collaboratively with the teaching staff and broader school community to uphold the school's pursuit of excellence. The role encompasses classroom support, pupil engagement, supervision, and active contribution to the school community.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Work with groups or individuals to support learning across the curriculum.
• Use school policies and methods to help pupils, including phonics and math strategies.
• Record pupil activities and assist with administrative tasks such as preparing resources, setting up the classroom, and creating displays.
• Encourage independence by questioning, modeling, and supporting personal organization and hygiene.

Pupil Engagement and Supervision

• Build positive relationships with pupils through meaningful communication, enthusiasm, patience, and respect.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, school trips, transitions, and specialist lessons.
• Manage behavior positively and act as a role model.

Professional Collaboration and Development

• Work closely with the class teacher to ensure effective communication and lesson preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Be proactive in seeking support or training for personal development.
• Report concerns about pupils to the class teacher.
• Stay flexible and contribute actively to the school community.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor Degree minimum.
• Past experience in an education environment is desirable.
• UAE National required for this role.

Skills & Competencies

• Develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community, including children, teaching staff, administrative staff, and parents.
• Use initiative, demonstrate flexibility, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Support children to become independent learners.

Additional Information

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package. The organization places special emphasis on professional development, coaching, and training for both students and staff. 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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and is dedicated to its national development strategy.