Bahrain Job Openings

Inspired

Learning Support Assistant - Junior School

FULL TIME & CONTRACT

August 22, 2024

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (Bahraini only)

Department: Junior School

Other: Applications should be in English

Job Type: Full-time

The British School of Bahrain

https://britishschoolbahrain.com/about-us/prospectus

We are BSB, a school with roots in the historic and culturally rich country of Bahrain, which is now growing within the global community. Join us on this journey.

The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent Nursery-through-Year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach.

Judged as ‘Outstanding’ in both our most recent BSO and BQA inspections, we have high expectations of our students throughout their educational journey. Our aim is to provide our graduating students with a passport to the best universities, colleges and careers around the world.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

We seek to appoint a Learning Support Assistant with experience in Primary School.

Routine tasks

Support pupils during lessons as directed by the class teacher
Supervise and teach individual, pairs or groups of children as required by the class teacher or line manager
Be aware of the teacher’s weekly planning and be ready to assist with lesson preparation by preparing resources (Note. Preparation of ILN resources required by the LSA will take priority).
Display pupils’ work as requested and remove when necessary
Supervise pupils in the communal areas to ensure a high standard of behaviour is maintained.
Provide duty cover for absent colleagues when requested to do so by a line manager
Reward and sanction children in accordance with the school’s ‘Positive Behaviour’ policy to ensure the school’s high standards of behaviour and discipline are maintained.
Act as a role model for pupils
To promote the school positively at all times
To work with colleagues in a spirit of mutual cooperation to maintain and enhance a pleasant professional working environment
Refer comments, questions and complaints from parents directly to the class teacher.
Be available for regular, weekly meetings with the class teacher
To undertake any other reasonable task as instructed by the Head of Junior School or any other line manager.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Skills and Experience

Experience in dealing with children in Primary school.
Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and also independently.
Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues within the school and parents.
Ability to manage commitments and deadlines.
Commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of accuracy, attention to detail, and handling of confidential information.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the use of ICT in teaching and learning support.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or relevant higher-level qualification or vocational training that can be practically applied to supporting pupil development.
Minimum 3 years’ teaching and learning support experience in Education sector.

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