Teaching Assistant (British Curriculum)

Job Description

Teaching Assistant (British Curriculum) - Al Rabeeh AcademyTo provide support to a Class Teacher and ensure students needs and concerns are attended, to provide supervision for students on the buses and ensure they are all safe and accounted for between home and school.Overall ResponsibilitySupport the Class Teacher, Grade Leader, Phase Leader and other staff members on a daily basisCover for absent TAsCommunicate with class teacher/Head of Year regarding any potential issues, problems or ways to move the school forward.Complete playtime, lunchtime, behaviour support and end of school duties in line with duty rotaReport any health and safety concerns of matters to the relevant person/departmentBe willing and flexible to take on additional responsibilities within the school to further professional developmentAttend regular support staff or whole staff meetingsPrepare resources based on direction from the class teacher or relevant staff memberTo receive and respond to complaints, liaising with other staff and seeking advice from HOY or SLT and clarification as and when required.Curriculum ResponsibilitySupport the class teacher to deliver highly effective inspiring lessonsCreate effective learning environments by developing ongoing interactive displays and working wallsAssemble and arrange teaching and learning resources in liaisons with the class teacherKeep up to date with developments in Primary EducationSupport class teachers in the organisation and delivery of enrichment opportunities for children such as theme days or weeks e.g. Innovation WeekTo lead and support with targeted interventions for specific students to develop reading, writing and maths skillsSupport the teacher in differentiated group work in all lessons where directedOrganise equipment and distribute books and materials whilst maintaining the cleanliness of the classroom where neededEncourage childrens oral language through play, books, stories, and personal interactionBus ResponsibilitiesProvide assistance and order for students during school bus journeys to and from school, or on educational visitsGreeting students as they board, showing passengers to their assigned seats and making sure they buckle their seatbelts and are safe to travelPay specific attentions to students with Special Educational NeedsEnsure and promote positive behaviour from studentsAccompanies students from the bus to the school entrance and keeps account of the number of students and accurate register of students in their careReporting ResponsibilitiesReport to the class teacher about the learning of individual children from focus/intervention groups that they come into contact withProvide verbal feedback to children about their learningBe aware of pupils progress through discussion with the class teacher and deliver intervention where requiredPrepare and collate assessments through direction from class teacherAssist in the filing of planning sheets, assessment records and update the student files where necessaryOffer feedback on student learning following observationsResponsibilities to StudentsEnsure the welfare and safety of all pupils in the classInform Class Teacher or appropriate staff member about any children who may raise concern both academically and sociallyEncourage students to engage in activities and interact with othersWork with a range of children from all ability groups to help them to maximise their full learning potentialHave high expectations of all pupilsReport any illness or concerns to the class teacher/nurseResponsibilities to ParentsCommunicate and assist parental queries before and after school where necessary, reporting to class teacher or SLT when applicableSupport parents during school events or appointments (if applicable) to navigate around the school and inform on timings REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge & Experience2-5 years teaching assistant or shadow teacher experienceKnowledge of current UAE/ADEK regulations regarding school proficiency standardsSolid understanding of child development and needs

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About Company

Royal Group is a conglomerate of over 85 large and medium sized companies based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The Group has been prudent in its diversification plans and has business activities in all major sectors like finance, manufacturing, real estate, hospitality, technology and media. Launched in the late 1990s, Royal Group currently employs over 15,000people from a wide variety of countries and cultures and is supported through its head office in the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi. The Chairman of the Group is His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Royal Group has expanded at a tremendous pace and is one of the largest business and investment holding houses in the UAE today. It has a significant and growing presence internationally, with a broad spectrum of investments and partners throughout the Middle Easr, Asia, USA and South America.