Learning Support Assistant - EAL/Inclusion

Jumeira Baccalaureate School is looking for experienced Learning Support Assistants to join our EAL/Inclusion Department

Job Purpose: To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student(s), providing a learning environment that supports their developmental and educational needs, under the overall direction of the class teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO. 

Key Relationships (Internal and External): Teachers, Students, Parents, Student Support Team, School Counsellor, Principal and other members of the school management team, external agencies as required

Key Accountabilities:

• Work within the framework set by the assigned teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO, outlining the LSA’s role in lessons including how they will provide feedback to the named student(s) and colleagues on learning and behaviour
• Supervise and facilitate individual support for the named student, with particular reference to Individual Education Plan (IEP) / pupil passport targets, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities, including, where appropriate, specialist lessons
• Provide informal feedback to the named student in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher
• Record and share with the teacher, colleagues and supporting professionals, issues of concern and positive feedback about the student’s welfare and achievements.
• Communicate effectively with the named student’s parent(s) via emails and reports based on IEP/pupil passport targets and outcomes, weekly/monthly or as confirmed by the Head of Inclusion / SENCO.
• Maintain a file of IEP/pupil passports, records, minutes and other relevant documents
• Contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs
• Attend any staff meetings and Professional Development days as requested and required by School
• Accompany student to ECAs outside of school hours, if required and as agreed by the School and parent/s
• Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed, including being flexible to support in other areas of the school as and when required; on occasions this may involve supporting other students, for instance if the named student is working in a collaborative setting

Person Specification:

Education: Minimum High School education in English and Maths, preferred but not essential 

Experience: Experience or aptitude for working with students with special educational needs, previous teaching or teaching assistant experience preferred

Competencies: 

• Good levels of written and spoken English
• Enthusiasm, commitment and aptitude for working with students
• Good team player, able to work well as part of a team

• Confidentiality and empathy