Classroom Assistant-UAE National (May 2023 Start)-Al Muna Academy

JOB DESCRIPTION

Aldar Education is seeking a Classroom Assistant (UAE National) for Al Muna
Academy in Abu Dhabi commencing in May ‎2023.

Al Muna Academy is in the heart of the city of Abu Dhabi and was recently
rated ‘Outstanding’ by ADEK - Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge
(ADEK) Serving over ‎700 students from Nursery – Year ‎6 we follow the National
Curriculum of England. The school a vibrant community.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar family of
schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and
ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of
the region.

Responsibilities:
Purpose:
Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction
and guidance of the SENCO/Class Teachers/Key Stage Leaders.

Key duties include:
Provide support for individual pupils / groups of pupils inside and outside
the classroom to enable them to fully participate in a range of activities
during the school day and to provide for their social, emotional, and physical
well-being.
Be pro-active in matters relating to health and safety.
Assist in the implementation of individual education programmes for individual
pupils / groups of pupils and help monitor their progress.
Support pupils with additional support needs e.g. emotional and behavioural
difficulties and help to develop their social skills.
Assist class teachers with maintaining pupil records, attendance etc.
Prepare and present displays of pupils’ work.
Support class teachers in photocopying, laminating, scanning and other tasks
in order to support teaching.
Support the aims of the school; comply with the requirements of health and
safety, other relevant legislation, and school policies.
Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.
Attend team and staff meetings as required.
Prepare materials and resources as required to facilitate effective learning.
To help promote independent learning and build pupils’ motivation and self
esteem.
Work with other professional’s e.g. speech therapists, occupational therapists
etc. as necessary.
Giving group instruction as prescribed by the teacher/providing individual
instruction.
Demonstrating various instructional activities to aid in learning.
Monitoring work assigned by teacher – checking and correcting pupils’ work
while in progress.
Assisting class teacher in monitoring and keeping pupils on task.
Praising and reinforcing achievements of pupils/reporting pupil progress to
teacher.
Reorganising study materials at the end of the day.
Supervising pupils in the classrooms and other locations within the school.
Disciplining misbehaviour in line with the whole school policy.
Undertake other duties from time to time within reasonable remit of the role.

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum Experience: Two years’ experience in a similar role (desirable).

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
English language skills or language applied in the school curriculum. Arabic
language proficiency mandatory.
To be approachable, professional, calm, and knowledgeable.
To be able to deal professionally with a range of stakeholders.
Passion for teaching and commitment to educating and nurturing children.
A high level of professionalism and consideration of the wellbeing of
children.
A positive and solution-focused attitude to working life.
Warmth, empathy, credibility, self-belief, integrity, drive and child centred.
Strong communication & interpersonal skills to communicate with parents in a
diverse multi-cultural environment.

Application:
A covering letter and CV including details of two referees should be sent via
the career page.

WHAT WE OFFER:
Aldar Education is a family of world-class, child centered, and innovative
schools based in the UAE. We educate over ‎25,000 students across our group of
owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled,
inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive
remuneration package including medical cover, flights, housing, and free child
school places. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and
staff and so we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching
and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and
opportunities to both lead and contribute to training others as well as
developing themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward thinking school
leaders who would welcome the challenge and opportunities that we have to
offer.

This job description is not all inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right
to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity
employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also
mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in
their application at our company.

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.