Teaching Assistant - Curriculum and Pupil Support
Posted date [2026-07-31]
(ID: 48836)
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Job Description and Requirements
Teaching Assistant - Curriculum and Pupil SupportJob Snapshot
Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education
Function: Teaching Assistant / Paraprofessional
Experience: Previous education experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is seeking a UAE National Teaching Assistant to support pupils across its curriculum and wider school activities. The successful candidate will work with individual students and groups while assisting teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organisation and learning resources.
The role requires a patient, flexible and positive professional who can build strong relationships across the school community. The Teaching Assistant will encourage pupil independence while supporting learning, behaviour, wellbeing and personal organisation.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Education
Function: Teaching Assistant / Paraprofessional
Salary: 4000-6500 AED per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with
the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: UAE National
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is located near the Saadiyat Cultural District and operates from a purpose-built campus covering approximately seven hectares. Its broad academic curriculum is complemented by opportunities across fine arts, performing arts, music and sport.
The Teaching Assistant will collaborate with the class teacher to create effective learning experiences. Responsibilities extend beyond classroom instruction to pupil supervision, behaviour support, school trips and specialist lessons.
Key Responsibilities
Support individual pupils and groups across the school curriculum.
Reinforce learning through methods approved by the school.
Use appropriate phonics, mathematics and classroom-support strategies.
Help pupils understand instructions and complete assigned activities.
Encourage students to become confident and independent learners.
Use questioning and modelling to strengthen understanding.
Support pupils with personal organisation and hygiene when required.
Record student activities and relevant learning observations.
Report pupil progress and concerns to the class teacher.
Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
Help set up the classroom before lessons and activities.
Create displays that celebrate student work and achievement.
Assist teachers with routine classroom-administration tasks.
Build positive and respectful relationships with pupils.
Communicate with children using enthusiasm, patience and understanding.
Promote positive behaviour in accordance with school policies.
Act as a professional role model for pupils.
Supervise students during break periods and transitions.
Support pupil safety during school trips and educational visits.
Supervise students during specialist lessons and other activities.
Work closely with the class teacher on lesson preparation.
Maintain effective communication with teaching professionals.
Protect confidential student and school information.
Raise concerns about pupil wellbeing through the correct channels.
Seek guidance when additional support is required.
Participate in relevant training and professional-development activities.
Use initiative while following teacher direction and school procedures.
Remain flexible and respond positively to changing school requirements.
Contribute actively to the wider life of Cranleigh Abu Dhabi.
Follow safeguarding, child-protection and health and safety policies.
Complete other reasonable duties assigned by teachers or school leaders.
Ideal Profile
UAE National with a bachelor’s degree.
Previous experience in a school or education environment is desirable.
Ability to support pupils across different areas of the curriculum.
Understanding of positive behaviour and classroom-support practices.
Ability to build effective relationships with pupils, teachers and parents.
Patient and encouraging approach to working with children.
Ability to use initiative while following professional guidance.
Flexible, dependable and positive attitude.
Commitment to helping pupils become independent learners.
Strong respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Willingness to participate in training and personal development.
Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
Ability to obtain satisfactory references and police clearance.
Skills Set
Classroom assistance
Individual and group support
Curriculum learning support
Phonics strategies
Mathematics support
Pupil supervision
Positive behaviour management
Learning resource preparation
Student activity records
Classroom organisation
Pupil independence
Teacher collaboration
Confidentiality
School-trip supervision
Safeguarding awareness
Interpersonal communication
Flexibility and initiative
Professional development
Why Join Us
Join a respected school located within Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat community.
Support pupils across a broad and engaging curriculum.
Work within a purpose-built campus near major cultural institutions.
Contribute to academic, artistic, musical and sporting activities.
Collaborate with experienced teachers and education professionals.
Receive an attractive remuneration package.
Access professional development, coaching and training opportunities.
Build a rewarding education career within the Aldar school network.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of schools across the United Arab Emirates and supports more than 38,000 students through its owned and managed institutions. Its schools provide recognised curricula and future-focused learning while maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing and the cultural values of the region.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: UAE National
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is located near the Saadiyat Cultural District and operates from a purpose-built campus covering approximately seven hectares. Its broad academic curriculum is complemented by opportunities across fine arts, performing arts, music and sport.
The Teaching Assistant will collaborate with the class teacher to create effective learning experiences. Responsibilities extend beyond classroom instruction to pupil supervision, behaviour support, school trips and specialist lessons.
Key Responsibilities
Support individual pupils and groups across the school curriculum.
Reinforce learning through methods approved by the school.
Use appropriate phonics, mathematics and classroom-support strategies.
Help pupils understand instructions and complete assigned activities.
Encourage students to become confident and independent learners.
Use questioning and modelling to strengthen understanding.
Support pupils with personal organisation and hygiene when required.
Record student activities and relevant learning observations.
Report pupil progress and concerns to the class teacher.
Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
Help set up the classroom before lessons and activities.
Create displays that celebrate student work and achievement.
Assist teachers with routine classroom-administration tasks.
Build positive and respectful relationships with pupils.
Communicate with children using enthusiasm, patience and understanding.
Promote positive behaviour in accordance with school policies.
Act as a professional role model for pupils.
Supervise students during break periods and transitions.
Support pupil safety during school trips and educational visits.
Supervise students during specialist lessons and other activities.
Work closely with the class teacher on lesson preparation.
Maintain effective communication with teaching professionals.
Protect confidential student and school information.
Raise concerns about pupil wellbeing through the correct channels.
Seek guidance when additional support is required.
Participate in relevant training and professional-development activities.
Use initiative while following teacher direction and school procedures.
Remain flexible and respond positively to changing school requirements.
Contribute actively to the wider life of Cranleigh Abu Dhabi.
Follow safeguarding, child-protection and health and safety policies.
Complete other reasonable duties assigned by teachers or school leaders.
Ideal Profile
UAE National with a bachelor’s degree.
Previous experience in a school or education environment is desirable.
Ability to support pupils across different areas of the curriculum.
Understanding of positive behaviour and classroom-support practices.
Ability to build effective relationships with pupils, teachers and parents.
Patient and encouraging approach to working with children.
Ability to use initiative while following professional guidance.
Flexible, dependable and positive attitude.
Commitment to helping pupils become independent learners.
Strong respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Willingness to participate in training and personal development.
Commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
Ability to obtain satisfactory references and police clearance.
Skills Set
Classroom assistance
Individual and group support
Curriculum learning support
Phonics strategies
Mathematics support
Pupil supervision
Positive behaviour management
Learning resource preparation
Student activity records
Classroom organisation
Pupil independence
Teacher collaboration
Confidentiality
School-trip supervision
Safeguarding awareness
Interpersonal communication
Flexibility and initiative
Professional development
Why Join Us
Join a respected school located within Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat community.
Support pupils across a broad and engaging curriculum.
Work within a purpose-built campus near major cultural institutions.
Contribute to academic, artistic, musical and sporting activities.
Collaborate with experienced teachers and education professionals.
Receive an attractive remuneration package.
Access professional development, coaching and training opportunities.
Build a rewarding education career within the Aldar school network.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of schools across the United Arab Emirates and supports more than 38,000 students through its owned and managed institutions. Its schools provide recognised curricula and future-focused learning while maintaining a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing and the cultural values of the region.
