Learning Support Assistant (Sakina)

Role Overview

Learning Support Assistant (Sakina) at SEHA Hospitals.

Role Purpose

Provide dedicated one-to-one and classroom support to enable a student to access the curriculum and school environment, fostering independence, communication skills, and confidence while liaising with teachers and allied professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support & Learning

• Support the student's learning in and out of the classroom, including breaktimes and after-school activities as needed.
• Provide one-to-one support to enable access to curriculum and school environment.
• Support reading, written work, and completion of set tasks.
• Help the student develop independence, communication skills, and confidence.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Become familiar with the student's IEP and its objectives.
• Identify barriers to learning and support access to the curriculum.

Collaboration & Liaison

• Liaise with teachers, key workers, and other professionals (e.g. speech and language therapists) as required.
• Assist with social integration, group work, and wider school life (clubs, activities, trips).

Records & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to progress reports and review meetings.
• Comply with all relevant policies, including Child Protection, Health & Safety, and Confidentiality.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Education, Psychology, Special Education, or related field.

Skills & Competencies

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Discretion and confidentiality.

Additional Information

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children required.
• Valid UAE Police Clearance Certificate required or willingness to obtain one.