learning support assistant

SULUKEYAT CENTER

Learning Support AssistantLearning Support Assistants (LSAs) play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs. They motivate pupils to reach their full potential, providing support and encouragement in schoolwork while ensuring they feel comfortable and confident. LSAs facilitate communication, and assist with understanding instructions. Additionally, they attend to the physical needs of vulnerable children, including hygiene management, and offer extra support to complete tasks. During social activities, outings, and sports events, LSAs provide assistance and supervision, promoting inclusion and peer interaction. They collaborate with the BCBAs and teachers to plan learning activities, prepare materials, and collect formative assessment data on student progress. LSAs also assist with personal care supports and classroom management, contributing to a holistic approach to student development. Through ongoing professional development, they stay abreast of best practices and strategies to enhance student learning experiences.Requirements:Part Time OnlyUAE Attested Bachelor's Degree/ Masters in Psychology, SPED, Education, Social WorkerWith Own Visa and medical insurance, preferablyCan start ASAPPolice Clearance CertificateQualifications:At least 1 yr or more Relevant experience, Fresh graduates are welcome to applyKnowledge in ABA, LSAMust be excellent in English .Job Type: Full-timePay: AED1,000.00 - AED3,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>LSA: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Dubai (Required)</li></ul>

Learning Support Assistant

Arcadia British School

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Learning Support Assistant (1:1 LSA) to join our team immediately. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting students with additional learning needs, empowering them to reach their full potential in an inclusive and engaging learning environment.Core ResponsibilitiesPlease note that this is a broad overview of the main responsibilities; the full job description will include additional details.<ul><li>Work closely with classroom teachers and the Inclusion team to implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and targeted support strategies.</li><li>Provide one-to-one or small-group interventions to support students academic progress, social development, and emotional wellbeing.</li><li>Adapt and differentiate learning materials under teacher guidance to ensure curriculum access for students with diverse learning needs.</li><li>Promote student independence, resilience, and confidence by using inclusive strategies and positive reinforcement techniques.</li><li>Support students both inside and outside the classroom, including during lessons, transitions, and enrichment activities.</li><li>Contribute to the observation, monitoring, and recording of student progress, sharing feedback with the Inclusion team and teaching staff.</li><li>Foster a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment where all students feel valued and included.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues and attend relevant training to continuously develop your knowledge and practice in SEN support.</li></ul>

Secondary Learning Support Assistant (1:1 LSA)

International Schools Partnership Limited

Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe holder of this post is expected to carry out the professional duties described below, as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school s policies under the direction of the Secondary SENCO/Head of secondaryWhilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description. Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues at all times and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers.Learning and Teaching<ul><li>Encourage and enable all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners</li><li>Use excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to experience amazing learning</li><li>Make full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels</li><li>Plan lessons taking full account of students individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities</li><li>Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters</li><li>To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum</li><li>Advise and cooperate with the Head of School and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements</li></ul>Attainment and Progress<ul><li>Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes</li><li>Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous best and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning</li><li>Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child</li></ul>A Team Player<ul><li>Maintain excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school</li><li>Plan and deliver a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum</li><li>Cooperate with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment</li><li>Contribute actively to department discussions in academic meetings</li><li>Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.</li><li>Promote a positive ethos across the school based on the school vision/values and a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of students, staff, and the wider school community</li></ul>Professional Development<ul><li>Be proactive and take accountability for own development</li><li>Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher</li></ul>Safeguarding<ul><li>Work in line with our safeguarding and child protection policies</li><li>Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary</li><li>Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school</li></ul>Key duties<ul><li>Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils</li><li>Promote pupils independence, self-esteem and social inclusion</li><li>Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement</li><li>Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)</li><li>Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities</li><li>Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning</li><li>Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school s policy and procedures</li><li>Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment</li><li>Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment</li><li>Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher</li><li>Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable</li><li>Use ICT skills to advance pupils learning</li><li>Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher</li><li>Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role</li><li>Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available</li><li>Prepare the classroom for lessons</li><li>Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher</li><li>Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision</li><li>Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers</li><li>With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with</li><li>Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers</li><li>Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school</li></ul>

Learning Support Assistant (secondary)

International Schools Partnership

<div>Description 

 
 
Duties and Responsibilities 
The holder of this post is expected to carry out the professional duties described below, as circumstances may require and in accordance with the school&rsquo;s policies under the direction of the Secondary SENCO/Head of secondary 
 
Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description. Employees are expected to be courteous to colleagues at all times and provide a welcoming environment to visitors and telephone callers. 
 
Learning and Teaching<ul><li>
 Encourage and enable all students to become effective, confident and independent life-long learners</li><li>
 Use excellent subject knowledge, pedagogic and interpersonal skills to enthuse students and enable students to experience amazing learning</li><li>
 Make full use of ICT and the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels</li><li>
 Plan lessons taking full account of students&rsquo; individual learning needs, as well as their individual learning styles, preferences and capabilities</li><li>
 Promote the intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in her/his classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters</li><li>
 To embed UAE heritage and culture within the curriculum</li><li>
 Advise and cooperate with the Head of School and other colleagues on the preparation and development of courses of study, teaching materials, teaching schemes, methods of teaching and assessment and pastoral arrangements</li></ul> 
 
Attainment and Progress<ul><li>
 Assess, record and report on the development, progress and attainment of the students in her/his classes</li><li>
 Guide students to set targets to improve on their previous &lsquo;best&rsquo; and give regular feedback to students to support next steps in learning</li><li>
 Communicate open and professionally with parents on a regular basis about the attainment and progress of their child</li></ul> 
 
A Team Player<ul><li>
 Maintain excellent professional relationships with colleagues by making a wider professional contribution to the continuing improvement of the school</li><li>
 Plan and deliver a programme of learning opportunities and activities to enrich and enhance the taught curriculum</li><li>
 Cooperate with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment</li><li>
 Contribute actively to department discussions in academic meetings</li><li>
 Actively support the school partnership with the community e.g. attending school / community events which may occasionally occur at weekends or in the evening i.e. school concerts etc.</li><li>
 Promote a positive ethos across the school based on the school vision/values and a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing of students, staff, and the wider school community</li></ul> 
 
Professional Development<ul><li>
 Be proactive and take accountability for own development</li><li>
 Participate in arrangements for her/his further training and professional development as a teacher</li></ul> 
 
Safeguarding
 <ul><li>Work in line with our safeguarding and child protection policies
 </li><li>Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary</li><li>
 Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school</li></ul> 
 
Key duties 
<ul><li>
 Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
 </li><li>Promote pupils&rsquo; independence, self-esteem and social inclusion
 </li><li>Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement
 </li><li>Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)</li><li>
 Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities</li><li>
 Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning</li><li>
 Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school&rsquo;s policy and procedures
 </li><li>Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment</li><li>
 Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment</li><li>
 Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher</li><li>
 Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable
 </li><li>Use ICT skills to advance pupils&rsquo; learning
 </li><li>Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher</li><li>
 Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role</li><li>
 Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available</li><li>
 Prepare the classroom for lessons</li><li>
 Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher</li><li>
 Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision</li><li>
 Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers
 </li><li>With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with</li><li>
 Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers</li><li>
 Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school</li><li>
 Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues</li></ul> 
 
Skills, Qualifications and Experience<ul><li>
Education: A high school or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in any subject preferably SEN
</li><li>Experience: A minimum of 2 years&rsquo; experience in a school set up in SEN department.</li></ul> 
 
Competencies:<ul><li>
 Excellent working knowledge of the UK Curriculum and the latest practices</li><li>
 Excellent IT skills, communication skills, and command of the English language, in spoken and written form</li><li>
 A collaborative team-player with excellent interpersonal skills</li><li>
 Experience of working with EAL, ELL and SEND students</li><li>
 Excellent classroom management</li></ul> 

Attributes:<ul><li>
 Collaborative team player</li><li>
 Empathetic listener</li><li>
 Displays integrity and confidentiality</li><li>
 Internationally minded</li><li>
 Emotional intelligent</li><li>
 Interculturally aware</li><li>
 Experienced in online and classroom teaching</li><li>
 Flexible and have a can-do attitude</li></ul> 

Commitment to Safeguarding Principles 
Star International school and ISP are 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 and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years&rsquo; employment history. 
 
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 age, disability status, 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.</div>

Gulf Indian High School

Key Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Student Support &amp; Engagement
<ul>
<li>Assist students with special educational needs inside and outside the classroom</li>
<li>Encourage academic, social and emotional development to foster independence</li>
<li>Help implement and monitor IEP goals, tracking progress and adjusting support</li>
<li>Provide one-on-one or small-group instruction as directed</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Instructional &amp; Classroom Assistance
<ul>
<li>Prepare and adapt learning materials for differentiated instruction</li>
<li>Support classroom routines, maintain a safe environment, and uphold inclusion</li>
<li>Use visual aids, educational games and assistive technology to enhance learning</li>
<li>Reinforce positive behavior and engagement during lessons</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Monitoring &amp; Reporting
<ul>
<li>Observe, record and report on student performance, behavior and development</li>
<li>Share feedback with teachers and the SEN team to inform instructional planning</li>
<li>Maintain confidential, accurate documentation of student progress</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Collaboration &amp; Communication
<ul>
<li>Work closely with class teachers, SEN coordinators, counselors and parents</li>
<li>Attend training sessions and professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Participate in IEP meetings, parent teacher conferences and relevant school events</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Fortes Education

The
 role involves small group and 1:1 learning support for literacy,
 mathematics,
 
motor skills, and/or language. The Individual Needs
 Support Assistant will support the teachers in
 
enhancing the effective involvement of pupils with
 SEND and/or learning barriers in their
 
academic and social development.
 
Responsibilities: 
·
 Plan and implement activities to support the IEP targets, follow
 structured literacy intervention programmes, and report professionally on the
 student's progress and outcomes when communicating with parents and
 teachers.
 
·
 Provide in-class support in lessons, to facilitate
 successful access to differentiated learning,
 
·
 Work alongside teachers and other staff to support
 pupils’ learning, especially those with SEND or a learning barrier.
 
·
 Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
 
·
 Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their
 progress and achievement, under the guidance of teachers.
 
·
 Monitor, maintain & review records of pupil
 progress over time and support teachers to plan subsequent learning based on
 their needs.
 
·
 Maintaining the learning environment and developing
 appropriate resources for students.
 
·
 Apply strategies to promote pupils’ self-esteem,
 self-confidence, and independence
 
·
 Work as part of the Inclusion Team, accessing
 relevant training and attending parent review meetings where necessary.
 
Job
 
Specification: 
·
 Candidate should have a GCSE in English, or
 equivalent, and be a proficient communicator in spoken and written English.
 
·
 Should have a relevant qualification and/or proof of
 completed training in education, and special educational needs.
 
·
 Prior experience in working in a support role in a
 school setting.
 
·
 Working hours are from 7 a.m. – 4.30 p.m.
 
·
 Strong work ethic along with a commitment to staff
 and student privacy.
 
·
 Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
 Knowledge of inclusive pedagogies will be an advantage
 
·
 Knowledge of SEND will be an advantage

Primary Inclusion Learning Support Assistant - Sunmarke School

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<div><div><div><div>Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (ELL - Primary) at Sunmarke School
<div><div><div><div>Education
</div></div></div></div>Listed On: 3 November 2025
Expires On: 30 November 2025
 <div></div><div><div>Dubai
</div></div><div><div><div><div>Sunmarke School has a vacancy for an experienced Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (ELL - Primary), for an immediate start.
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div>About us:

Fortes Education has been a leading education provider in the UAE for over four decades with premium international schools and nurseries that have experienced outstanding success and growth. Our schools offer the most innovative and character-building education in the entire Middle East region. 
Our core ethos and philosophy of education is Positive Education (PosEd). Through PosEd, our schools foster active engagement in learning, celebrating character strengths and accomplishments. We encourage children to cultivate fulfilling relationships with others and seek meaning and purpose in their own lives. We enable children to become happy learners and develop into innovative thinkers, confident young adults, and life-long learners. Our students develop resilience, a growth mindset and deep character strengths that allow them to flourish in an ever-changing world.
About Sunmarke School &ndash; Where Amazing Happens

Sunmarke School provides an ambitious and inspiring, values-based education that nurtures the hearts and minds of students so that they can flourish and achieve their dreams. Powered by our unique signature programs, Sunmarke is a uniquely innovative school, transforming young lives. This was reflected in Sunmarke School winning the coveted &lsquo;Most Innovative School&rsquo; award at the Which School Advisor ceremony in Dubai and London.
Sunmarke is an all&ndash;through school which offers a premium education across a fantastic range of pathways for students including the National Curriculum of England, GCSE/IGCSE, &lsquo;A&rsquo; Levels, BTEC and the IB Diploma and Career Related Programmes. We also offer a suite of Signature Programmes unrivalled in Dubai. With unique experiences in Environmental and Sustainability Studies, students learn in Forest School settings, as well as utilising cutting-edge hydroponic technology to examine how science can support sustainability in future terrains. Our world-class STEAM centre and curriculum offers students an incredible opportunity to apply their learning in solving real-world problems, from Foundation Stage through to Year 9. We run best-in-class mini-MBA programmes for our Year 10 to 13 students in conjunction with the Peter Jones Academy, to ensure their future success in business and entrepreneurship. We are technologically innovative and run comprehensive AI programmes for students in all core subjects, as well as deepening other subjects through Augmented and Virtual Reality AR/VR experiences. We have outstanding performing arts opportunities with fantastic facilities and amazing teachers to help our more creative students truly find their voice. Sunmarke School was judged by the Dubai School Inspection Bureau (DSIB) as a &lsquo;Very Good&rsquo; school in our 3rd year of operation and &lsquo;Outstanding&rsquo; in our British Schools Overseas (BSO) inspection in 2019.

We present an exciting opportunity to join our all through school and to play an important part in our journey to &ldquo;outstanding&rdquo;. Sunmarke School, Dubai is one of our flag-ship schools, located at a prime location in Jumeirah Village Triangle.
About you:

Due to our continued growth, we seek to appoint a Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (HLSA) to join our team immediately.

Job Purpose:
The role of the Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (HLSA) - ELL is to provide support to students &amp; staff in the Primary phase of the school. The Higher Level Learning Support Assistant will support the teachers in enhancing the effective involvement of students in their academic and social development.

Main Accountabilities:
<ul><li>Provide in-class support in lessons, to facilitate successful access to differentiated learning,
</li><li>Work alongside teachers and other staff to support students&rsquo; learning, specifically those with a language barrier.
</li><li>To work with teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
</li><li>Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement
</li><li>To cover and lead class teaching (under supervision) as and when appropriate
</li><li>Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role
</li><li>Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available
</li><li>Prepare the classroom for lessons
</li><li>Use their area(s) of expertise to contribute to the planning and preparation of learning activities, and to plan their role in learning activities
</li><li>Use allocated time to devise clearly structured activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning
</li><li>Provide feedback to students in relation to their progress and achievement, under the guidance of teachers.
</li><li>To take responsibility for the provision and progress of students
</li><li>Monitor, maintain &amp; review records of student progress over time and support teachers to plan subsequent learning based on their needs.
</li><li>Maintaining the learning environment and developing appropriate resources for students.
</li><li>Apply strategies to promote students&rsquo; self-esteem, self-confidence, and independence
</li><li>To work collaboratively with colleagues as part of a professional team.
</li><li>Work as part of the ELL Team</li>
</ul>Job Specification:
<ul><li>The candidate should have at least 4 years of relevant experience working in an international school
</li><li>The candidate should hold a degree i.e., B.Ed. or a B.A in English or equivalent with a CELTA, TESOL etc
</li><li>Fluent English speakers available to work from 7 am &ndash; 4.30 pm.
</li><li>Strong work ethic along with a commitment to staff and student privacy.
</li><li>Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Knowledge of inclusive pedagogies will be an advantage</li>
</ul>Application Process:
If you have the passion, energy, and commitment to drive accelerated outcomes for young people, we will welcome your application. In return, you will join a rapidly evolving organisation that can offer you a central role in our future growth plans.
Candidates are invited to complete our Online Application by visiting: http://forteseducation.com/Careers/Current-Openings

The closing date for applications is the 30th of November 2025. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to make suitable appointments before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.
Fortes Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including a satisfactory International Child Protection Certificate, plus resident country Police checks.</div></div></div></div>

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