Inclusion Assistant; UAE National

To assist in promoting the learning and personal development of the named student(s), providing a learning environment that supports their developmental and educational needs, under the overall direction of the class teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO.

Teachers, Students, Parents, Student Support Team, School Counsellor, Principal and other members of the school management team, external agencies as required.

• Work within the framework set by the assigned teacher and Head of Inclusion/SENCO, outlining the LSA’s role in lessons including how they will provide feedback to the named student(s) and colleagues on learning and behaviour.
• Supervise and facilitate individual support for the named student, with particular reference to Individual Education Plan (IEP) / pupil passport targets, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities, including, where appropriate, specialist lessons.
• Provide informal feedback to the named student in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher.
• Record and share with the teacher, colleagues, and supporting professionals, issues of concern, and positive feedback about the student’s welfare and achievements.
• Communicate effectively with the named student’s parent(s) via emails and reports based on IEP/pupil passport targets and outcomes, weekly/monthly or as confirmed by the Head of Inclusion/ SENCO.
• Maintain a file of IEP/pupil passports, records, minutes, and other relevant documents.
• Contribute to the well-being of children in terms of physical, emotional, and social needs.
• Attend any staff meetings and Professional Development days as requested and required by School.
• Accompany student to ECAs outside of school hours, if required and as agreed by the school and parent/s.
• Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed, including being flexible to support in other areas of the school as and when required; on occasions this may involve supporting other students, for instance if the named student is working in a collaborative setting.
• Undertake any other duties to commensurate with the role, as reasonably requested by the management.

Minimum Certificate in Special Education, OR High School education in English and Math + 20 hours of in-house or external training within the 1st year of employment.

Experience or aptitude for working with students with special educational needs,previous teaching or teaching assistant experience preferred. No experience required for UAE Nationals.

• Good levels of written and spoken English.
• Enthusiasm, commitment, and aptitude for working with students.
• Good team player, able to work well as part of a team.
• Confidentiality and empathy.