Learning Assistant

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

The Teaching Assistant and Bus Attendant at Smart Vision School plays an important role in supporting students’ learning, wellbeing, and safety throughout the school day.

During school hours, the Teaching Assistant works closely with teachers to support classroom learning, assist students with diverse needs, and help create a nurturing and inclusive environment.

During transport times, the Bus Attendant ensures the safe supervision and wellbeing of students while travelling to and from school, maintaining a calm, organised, and supportive atmosphere.

This role supports the school’s commitment to student safety, inclusion, and high-quality learning experiences, aligned with KHDA regulations and safeguarding expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Classroom Support

• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and supporting classroom activities.

• Provide individual or small-group support to students who need additional help with learning.

• Support Students of Determination, ELL learners, and students with diverse learning needs.

• Help prepare and organise learning materials and classroom resources.

• Encourage students to develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.

• Supervise students during class activities, break times, and school events when required.

Student Wellbeing and Behaviour

• Promote positive behaviour, respect, and inclusion in line with school policies.

• Support students’ social and emotional wellbeing through encouragement and guidance.

• Assist teachers in maintaining a safe and orderly classroom environment.

• Report any concerns regarding student welfare or safeguarding to the appropriate staff member.

Bus Supervision and Student Safety

• Ensure students board and exit the school bus safely.

• Supervise students during transport, ensuring appropriate behaviour and safety at all times.

• Maintain accurate bus attendance records.

• Assist younger students with seat belts and safe seating arrangements.

• Communicate respectfully with drivers, school staff, and parents where necessary.

• Report any incidents or concerns during transport to the school administration.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all interactions.

• Follow school policies relating to safeguarding, student welfare, and safety procedures.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and the operations team.

• Attend relevant training sessions and school meetings where required.

• Support school events and activities when requested.

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

Essential

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

• Patient, caring, and supportive approach to working with students.

• Understanding of child safety and wellbeing responsibilities.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, LSA, or Bus Attendant.

• Experience supporting Students of Determination or ELL learners.

• Experience working in schools within the UAE.

Competencies and Attributes

• Caring, patient, and supportive with children

• Strong sense of responsibility for student safety and wellbeing

• Positive attitude and team-oriented approach

• Organised, reliable, and punctual

• Respectful and professional in all interactions

• Flexible and willing to support the wider school community

Alignment to Standards

KHDA Education Inspection Framework

• Care, Support, and Protection of Students

• Personal Development, Behaviour, and Wellbeing

• Provision for Students of Determination

• Effective collaboration between staff

UAE Ministry of Education Expectations

• Ensuring safe school transport procedures

• Supporting inclusive education practices

• Promoting respect, wellbeing, and student protection

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.