Learning Assistant

Safeguarding statement

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

About us

Raha Khalifa City Campus is a renowned International Baccalaureate Continuum School located in Abu Dhabi. We proudly offer the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Additionally, we are currently authorising for the roll-out of the Career-related Programme. We pride ourselves on fostering holistic development, where academic achievement, personal growth, and community engagement are seamlessly integrated.

Our diverse community comprises over 90 nationalities, where over 40 mother tongues are celebrated, creating a rich tapestry of cultures. We provide an exceptional educational experience to children from Early Years to post-sixteen, and purpose-built facilities reflect our commitment to providing the best possible environment for learning and development.

As part of Taaleem, one of the largest educational providers in the UAE, we are committed to professional excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that our children and staff are prepared for success in an ever-changing global landscape.

Job purpose

The Taaleem teacher embodies, radiates and transmits the unique Taaleem ethos of excellence, innovation, creativity and compassion. Through inspirational teaching, with a deep understanding of students’ individual learning needs, the Taaleem teacher strives to ensure that our distinctive curriculum programmes lay firm foundations for academic and professional success, personal and spiritual fulfilment and a love of lifelong learning in each and every one of our students. Taaleem teachers inspire young minds.

Key accountabilities:

To work with individual or small groups of children as directed by the class teacher and subject teachers.

To work with groups of children in the classroom enabling them to access the curriculum. Be proactive with the learning and in conjunction with the class teacher be ready to change strategy or approach as needed to facilitate learning.

Support with the recording and presenting of evidence of learning as required.

To follow agreed programmes of work with individuals and groups of children working towards set targets.

To contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs.

To support staff with minor admin tasks when not directly working with students, for example in non-contact time, e.g. photocopy, file or complete records.

To prepare and store general resources required.

To make notes in Individual Education Plan (IEP) books for children as required.

To give verbal and written feedback to the class teacher to support report writing, assessments and IEPs.

To accompany children on school trips where appropriate and ensure you follow school policy in regards to reading, understanding and following the trip documentation.

Supervise children during breaks (including before and after school if necessary).

Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents to support the image and reputation of the school.

Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed by the class teacher, including being flexible to support in other classes or areas of the school as and when required.

Qualifications

Minimum high school education, degree preferred

Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus

Why join us?

At Raha Khalifa City Campus, you will work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is supported. We offer:

A competitive compensation and benefits package

Access to high-quality professional development opportunities

A supportive, multicultural community of staff, students, and parents

A promotion and delivery in action of ethical leadership, across campus