Learning Assistant

Job description / Role

Job overview

Supply learning assistant

Kings' School Al Barsha is seeking a highly motivated supply learning assistant to join our celebrated school. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious and dynamic community where every child is supported to achieve their very best.

When you join the Kings' family, you become part of a strategically connected group of schools, one of which is the only school in Dubai to be rated outstanding for ten consecutive years.

Working in Dubai offers a fast-paced and rewarding experience, but it also demands resilience, dedication, and a commitment to excellence. We are therefore seeking professionals who are motivated, adaptable, and understand that their role extends far beyond the classroom.

If you are passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and want to join a team that embodies the Kings' vision of The Best By Every Child, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Holds a minimum high school qualification

Requirements

• Must be sponsored by family/spouse or hold a golden visa for the position
• British primary school trained teaching assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Must have experience of working in EYFS and/or Primary
• Ability to support the delivery of an adapted curriculum to meet the needs of the children
• Ability to deliver creative learning activities
• Ability to support creative learning environments
• Ability to support the implementation of education plans
• A clear personal philosophy of education
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to understand and interpret the root causes of a range of challenging behaviors and to support the implementation of effective behavior management strategies
• An excellent understanding of how to teach the acquisition of early phonics and mathematical skills

Other qualities

• A deep and passionate commitment to the values and ethos of Kings' Education
• The ability to motivate, enthuse and engage with children and adults
• Energy, vigor, perseverance, stamina and resilience
• A demonstrable commitment to a robust culture of high expectations and quality care
• The ability to challenge and improve performance
• Can do attitude
• A passionate drive to continue to research and develop practice in education

How to apply

Candidates are to apply directly through the Kings' WebHR portal.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 21st November 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, and we reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate before the final submission date.

Please note: The school takes safeguarding children very seriously and any offer of employment is subject to rigorous checks, including but not limited to;

• A verified passport copy
• Three satisfactory references
• Attestation of qualification certificates
• DBS/Police checks