Teaching Assistant; UAE National - Cranleigh

Overview

Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is currently seeking a UAE National Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Aldar family of schools and help shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s leading school group. Cranleigh Abu Dhabi sits at the entrance to Saadiyat’s emerging Cultural District, aligned with the school’s motto, Ex Cultu Robur – From Culture Comes Strength. Built over seven hectares, the campus is near NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach, Louvre Abu Dhabi, and the Berklee College of Music.

In addition to the broad academic curriculum, our daily routine offers opportunities for pupils to explore talents in fine arts, performing arts, music, sport, and other activities such as gymnastics, golf, horse riding, and debating. We are looking for first-class educators to join our vibrant team and work with us in our pursuit of excellence.

• Work with groups or individuals to support learning across the curriculum.
• Use school policies and methods to help pupils (e.g., phonics, math strategies).
• Record pupil activities and assist with administrative tasks like preparing resources, setting up the classroom, and creating displays.
• Encourage independence by questioning, modeling, and supporting personal organization and hygiene.

• Build positive relationships with pupils through meaningful communication, enthusiasm, patience, and respect.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, school trips, transitions, and specialist lessons.
• Manage behavior positively and act as a role model.

• Work closely with the class teacher to ensure effective communication and lesson preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Be proactive in seeking support or training for personal development.
• Report concerns about pupils to the class teacher.
• Stay flexible and contribute actively to the school community.

• Bachelor Degree

• Past experience in an education environment is desirable

• UAE National Role
• To be able to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community from children to teaching staff to administrative staff to parents.
• To be able to use initiative, be flexible and have a positive attitude.
• To be able to support children in all aspects of school life and help them to become independent learners.

Aldar Education are a family of world-class, child-centered, and innovative schools based in the UAE. We educate over 38,000 students across our group of owned and managed schools and as we grow so does our need for highly skilled, inspirational, and dedicated school leaders. We offer an attractive remuneration package. Our future-focused learning model includes both students and staff and we place a special emphasis on professional development, coaching and training.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are dedicated to our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.