Early Years Teacher Asssitant

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Overview
The Teaching Assistant is responsible for supporting the Lead Teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children aged 6 months to 5 years. This role involves assisting in daily classroom activities, ensuring cleanliness, helping with children’s personal care needs, and maintaining a positive, engaging learning environment in line with the EYFS framework. The Teaching Assistant must possess a warm and friendly demeanor, with a strong ability to connect with both children and staff, and must adhere to the nursery’s values and policies.

Key Responsibilities

Child Interaction and Support:
● Assist in providing age-appropriate learning experiences that foster children's intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development.
● Ensure the safety and well-being of all children, continuously supervising and adhering to safeguarding guidelines.
● Assist children in daily tasks such as feeding, hygiene and nappy changing.
● Engage children in activities that support the EYFS curriculum and promote child-led learning.
● Support play activities, ensuring safety and engagement.
● Treat all children with dignity, respect, and model positive behavior.

Curriculum and Classroom Support:
● Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing the EYFS-based curriculum through structured play and planned activities.
● Help create and maintain an inviting, clean, and organized classroom environment.
● Aid in preparing teaching materials, setting up resources, and assisting with lesson plans and activities.

Parent and Teacher Communication:
● Maintain open, positive communication with parents, sharing updates on daily activities and learning experiences during handover.
● Report observations and concerns about children to the Lead Teacher to ensure early intervention.
● Ensure professional and enthusiastic interaction with parents and caretakers.

Classroom Maintenance:
● Assist in daily and deep cleaning routines to maintain hygiene and safety standards in the classroom and play areas.
● Ensure classroom equipment, toys, and resources are sanitized and in good repair.
● Participate in regular cleaning duties as part of a rota and assist with other cleaning tasks as required.

Administrative Duties:
● Help maintain accurate records and documentation, including attendance and incident reports, as needed.
● Assist in creating visual displays and documentation panels to showcase children’s work and learning progress.
● Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development to enhance skills and comply with KHDA requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education:
● Cache Level 2 or 3, ongoing or completed, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
● Understanding of the EYFS framework, in-the-moment planning, and child-led learning.

Experience:
● At least 2 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant in an early years setting.
● Knowledge and hands-on experience with children aged 6 months to 5 years.

Skills and Competencies:
● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
● Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
● Proactive, dependable, and able to handle multiple responsibilities.
● Flexible and able to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
● Commitment to safeguarding, health and safety, and children’s well-being.

Physical and Mental Demands

Physical:
● Regularly required to lift and carry children.
● Frequently required to bend, stoop, and engage with children at their level.
● Able to stand and move for 90% of the workday.
● Actively participate in physical activities with children, such as running, jumping, and dancing.
● Respond promptly and appropriately to unexpected situations.
● Maintain a calm and positive demeanor in stressful or high-pressure situations.

How to Apply:

Send your CV to info @wizkidz.ae with the subject “Early years Teacher Assistant.”

Join our team and be part of an inspiring early learning journey!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1,800.00 - AED2,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Nursery: 2 years (Required)