Outstanding Year 1 Learning Assistant (January 2025 Start)
About This Role
Dubai British School Emirates Hills is seeking an exceptional Year 1 Learning Assistant to join our internationally recognized school, rated 'Outstanding' by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau (DSIB), British Schools Overseas (BSO), and KHDA.
Taaleem and DBS Emirates Hills
As one of the UAE's largest educational providers, Taaleem takes pride in the achievements of Dubai British School Emirates Hills, which has received ‘Outstanding’ ratings from both the DSIB and BSO. Our thriving British international school, located in The Springs area of Dubai’s Emirates Hills, offers a high-quality National Curriculum for England education to over a thousand students aged 3 to 18.
Our mission, ‘Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve’, embodies the spirit of our school, where students flourish in a supportive yet challenging environment, reaching their full potential and developing as individuals. This welcoming atmosphere distinguishes DBSEH, making it a place where every student, staff member, and parent feels valued and respected, with ample opportunities for success tailored to their unique needs.
DBS Emirates Hills Curriculum
Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England, customized to fit our international context, leading to a rigorous selection of GCSE, BTEC, and GCE A Level courses from Year 10 to Year 13. We believe that the experiences students gain outside the classroom are just as vital as the core curriculum, which is why we provide a wide-ranging Extra-Curricular Activities (ECA) program.
Recruiting - Year 1 Learning Assistant
At DBSEH, we are eager to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 1 Learning Assistant who has a proven ability to support children and collaborate with teaching staff. Familiarity with the National Curriculum for England in the UK is essential, while experience in an international environment is a plus.
Beyond experience, we highly value personality; we seek inspirational support staff who make a lasting impression on students. If you can demonstrate outstanding teaching and learning standards, along with a passionate, enthusiastic, creative, and dynamic approach, we invite you to apply!
Professional Requirements
Education:
In compliance with KHDA regulations, applicants must possess at least a High School education in English and Maths; a degree is preferred.
Cache Level 3 Certificate - Preferred
Experience:
A background in working with students or previous teaching or teaching assistant experience is preferred.
Dubai British School Emirates Hills is committed to ensuring the safety and welfare of all its students. A UK International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or an equivalent enhanced police check is required for all hires.
What we offer
Taaleem offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including an attractive tax-free salary. Student and Staff Wellbeing is fundamental to our ethos at DBS Emirates Hills. We understand that to enable exceptional teaching, we must address the personal and professional needs of our employees. By joining the DBS Emirates Hills Community, you will be welcomed and supported from your first day with us.
Our active in-school social committee provides numerous opportunities to forge strong friendships across academic teams through shared interests, such as dog walking, attending events, sports activities, or even Sunday lunch gatherings! These activities are promoted monthly and cater to both new and returning staff.
We are dedicated to the professional growth of our staff and offer regular professional development workshops to ensure our team is well-equipped to deliver the best educational experience possible to our students.
How to apply:
Candidates should apply directly through the TES portal and upload an updated CV as part of their application. Additionally, please complete and upload our registration questionnaire available in the supporting documents.
*Taaleem is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We uphold high standards of effective practices related to child protection and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive background checks, including references, verification of qualifications, identification, and police checks, including those conducted overseas.