Learning Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:

Learning Assistants from Pre-EY to Year 6 work under the supervision of the Class teacher with a focus of supporting children in their learning. Our Learning Assistants will support the ongoing progress and development of pupils by working in collaboration with Class Teachers. Under the guidance of the teacher, they also take a key role in ensuring a safe and engaging learning environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Curriculum

• To develop a knowledge and understanding of how to support children in their learning and to be a facilitator of learning.
• To develop an understanding of the specific needs of children to be supported.
• To support the teacher in providing support for learning both in group situations and individually, inside and outside of the classroom.
• To support planning where appropriate and ensure lesson objectives are understood and drive learning.

School Values and Ethos

• To actively promote our Vision and Mission through enthusiastic participation in school life.

Management of children's learning

• To follow school policies and procedures in and out of the classroom.
• To support the teacher to provide a safe, well-managed learning environment, preparing the classroom for learning and preparing materials for display.
• Under the direction of the teacher, support children in their learning.

Professional Standards

• To be a role model to all children within the School.
• To maintain high standards of professional behaviour in accordance with the school’s ethos, including timekeeping and personal presentation.
• To engage in the PRD program in order to improve your own skills.
• To always maintain professional relationships with colleagues.

General Duties

• To undertake and other reasonable duties as directed by the headmaster or his delegates.
• To support other departments during significant school events when required.

Education is an ever-changing service, and all staff are expected to participate constructively in school activities and to adopt a flexible approach to their work. Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. The post holder will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the line manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description. 

This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the line manager and member of staff, and will be reviewed annually during the appraisal process, and will be varied in the light of the business needs of the school.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

• Degree (Major in English/Education)

Experience and Knowledge

• Good communication skills in reading, writing English and numeracy skills.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Relevant experience working with children to support learning is desirable
• Experience working with children who have English as a Second Language is desirable
• Experience of working in an international school is desirable, but not a requirement
• Experience teaching Y3-6 in an international school.
• Math knowledge and Chinese speaking is preferred

Personal Qualities

• Ability to inspire children with a love of learning.
• Strong personal-relations and team-working skills.
• Ability to use ICT under direction.
• A commitment to professional development.
• Ability to work with and apply all school policies.
• Rigorous can-do attitude, positive team player with a growth mindset and a sense of humour.