Job Description

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UWCSEA has vacancies at its Dover Campus for Primary School Teaching Assistants.

Guided by the Classroom Teacher, the Teaching Assistant (TA) will create materials, assist in the organisation and administration of the classroom and deliver instruction to their allocated students in support of their learning.

Main Responsibilities

To support student learning in the classroom under the direction of the teacher. Communicate effectively with students and ensure that their learning is prioritised and supported fully and appropriately Engage in all aspects of student learning and curriculum, including programme delivery. Monitor and record student progress, wellbeing and behaviour and communicate concerns and successes to the Classroom Teacher in order to ensure students are working towards their goals Support students during break times as well as arrival and departure in the bus bay as required Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of individual/family circumstances Assist with any other duties, tasks or jobs with similar levels of responsibility and complexity to the assigned job grade as may be reasonably requested by the line manager and/or the College

Person Specifications

Certificate/diploma in related discipline is preferred. 2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity is preferred. Have a caring and supportive approach to chil dren ag ed 4-11 Be an excellent role model and be a team player Be adaptable and open to change Be able to work both under the direction of the teacher, and on their own initiative Be appreciative of, and sensitive towards, chil dren's differing backgrounds Be willing to learn and undertake professional development training Be professional in all interactions within the school setting Abide by the school's policies and practices, including the code of conduct and confidentiality Be competent with technology and willing to learn new programs and applications Be available once a year to participate in a residential camp that will require the teaching assistant to stay overnight. In the younger grades this is for one night, in older grade levels it can be for up to four nights a week for three weeks in a row. Physical demands of the role include walking chil dren to different locations on our large campus (this can be up to 10 times a day); working with chil dren on the floor (sitting next to them playing games etc); climbing up staircases supervising groups of chil dren; actively supervising playground activities e.g. climbing frames, monkey bars; assisting in PE lessons (eg taking a ball skills group); physically helping chi ldren get dressed and undressed; sitting at small tables working with groups of chi ldren.

Application

The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $2,600.00 per month

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 03/08/2025