Deputy Lead TA

Closing date for applications: 21th June 2026

The British International School (BIS) Abu Dhabi is an outstanding-rated school for students aged 3-18 offering a blend of English and international curricula including the English National Curriculum, IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) and BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma. For more information, visit

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium schools organisation with over 88 schools across more than 33 countries. It employs 15,000 staff and maintains a philosophy based on creativity, wellbeing, excellent academic outcomes, and global connectedness. For careers and more information, visit https www nordangliaeducation com careers working-for-us.

You will enjoy a competitive package, extensive professional development through Nord Anglia University, and opportunities to progress globally. Additional benefits include access to world-renowned collaborations such as The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King’s College London, and the possibility of earning an Executive Master’s in International Education from King’s College London.

• Provide leadership and support to teaching assistants, ensuring high standards of student support and pastoral care.
• Encourage and develop a culture of inspiration, enjoyment, and success across the school.
• Collaborate with teachers to design and deliver engaging learning experiences.
• Participate fully in extracurricular activities and contribute to the wider life of the school community.
• Maintain professional excellence and continuous improvement, staying at the cutting edge of educational thinking.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues, parents, and students.
• Adapt quickly to a fast-paced international environment, demonstrating flexibility and open-mindedness.

• Strong experience as a Deputy Lead TA in the UK National Curriculum.
• Additional experience in international education is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with all members of the community.
• Positive mindset and dedication to doing the best for students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong focus on professional excellence, continuous improvement, and participation in extra-curricular aspects of school life.

Applicants should submit a CV, letter of application, and details of two professional referees, one of whom should be the current Head Teacher or Principal. The start date is mid August 2026.

Nord Anglia Education is committed to providing a safe and happy environment for children and young people. All post holders with regular unsupervised contact with children undergo appropriate national and international vetting procedures, including satisfactory criminal record checks from both the current country of residence and any country of residence within the last ten years.