High Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Teaching Assistants- Sep 2025 start - Abu Dhabi

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Job description

This role is crucial in helping students achieve their academic goals and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Assist the teacher with reading related activities.
• Run small group activities inside or outside the classroom as directed by the teacher.
• Prepare and tidy up classroom activities. Mount work displays and assist with preparation of displays.
• Photocopy documents and assist with preparation of worksheets etc. as requested.
• Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers or supervisors.
• Responsible for covering class for short periods of time in emergency situations.
• Tidy and rearrange stock cupboards and distribute new stock.
• Take children to toilet and change/clean them when necessary.
• Develop familiarity with relevant aspects of the curriculum e.g. literacy, numeracy and phonetics.
• Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Ensure tact, confidentiality and discretion at all times. Maintain confidential information and ensure information pertaining to students and the school is not shared or discussed without the approval of the teacher or senior management team.

• Excellent level of general education especially in mathematics and English.
• Strong communication skills with excellent standard of written and spoken English. ICT skills desirable.
• Able to handle a range of tasks, work under pressure and relate well to children and colleagues.
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children preferred.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or a related field is preferred.

About the Company

Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.

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