Classroom Assistant - Student Support
Posted date [2026-10-04]
(ID: 52912)
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Aldar Education is a leading education provider in the UAE, delivering inclusive, sustainable, and innovative learning experiences that inspire students and support community development. The organization offers a diverse portfolio of educational brands, covering all stages from early years to adult learning, with a wide range of curricula across multiple locations in Abu Dhabi and beyond. With a mix of owned and managed schools, Aldar Education ensures high standards in teaching, modern facilities, and a supportive environment for students, educators, and staff, maintaining a strong commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Classroom Assistant - Student SupportJob Snapshot
Role: Classroom Assistant
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Education
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in a school setting
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Aldar Education is hiring Classroom Assistants for Virginia American School in Abu Dhabi, UAE, with a planned start in October 2026. The role provides practical academic, social and classroom support to individual pupils and groups, helping students participate fully in learning activities while supporting their emotional and physical well-being throughout the school day.
Working alongside class teachers and other professionals, the Classroom Assistant will provide individual and group instruction as directed, monitor assigned work, reinforce positive behaviour and assist pupils who require additional support.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Education
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Classroom and Pupil Support
The
Classroom Assistant will support pupils inside and outside the classroom, helping them engage successfully with academic activities and the wider school environment.
- Provide individual and group support according to instructions from the class teacher.
- Assist pupils with academic activities and demonstrate instructional tasks when required.
- Help implement individual education programmes and monitor pupil progress.
- Support pupils with additional needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Encourage the development of pupils\' social skills, confidence and independence.
- Monitor work assigned by the teacher and check pupils\' work while activities are in progress.
- Help pupils remain focused and engaged with assigned learning tasks.
- Recognise and reinforce pupil achievement and communicate progress to the teacher.
- Support pupils\' social, emotional and physical well-being throughout the school day.
Teacher and Administrative Support
The Classroom Assistant will work closely with class teachers to maintain an organised learning environment and provide practical support for everyday classroom activities.
Responsibilities include assisting with pupil records, checking attendance, preparing displays of pupil work, photocopying teaching materials and reorganising classroom resources at the end of the day.
The role may also involve working with speech therapists, occupational therapists and other professionals when necessary.
Supervision and Behaviour Support
- Supervise pupils in classrooms and other school locations.
- Promote positive behaviour and support the development of pupil self-esteem.
- Respond to inappropriate behaviour in accordance with the whole-school behaviour policy.
- Reinforce achievements through appropriate praise and encouragement.
- Maintain a proactive approach to pupil health and safety.
- Support school policies and comply with relevant health and safety requirements.
- Demonstrate appropriate standards of dress, punctuality and attendance.
School Responsibilities
The successful candidate will attend team and staff meetings when required and contribute positively to the school\'s wider activities. Flexibility is expected, including undertaking other appropriate duties when requested by the principal.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum secondary school certificate.
- Minimum 2 years experience in a school setting.
- English language skills appropriate to the school curriculum.
- Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
- Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check or police check.
Professional Attributes
Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for supporting children\'s education and a commitment to the development of the whole child. A high level of professionalism, consideration for children\'s well-being and respect for every member of the school community are expected.
The role also requires a positive, solution-focused approach and the ability to work constructively with teachers, pupils and other professionals.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and staff are expected to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a network of schools and educational services in Abu Dhabi and across the UAE. Its network supports more than 38,000 students across 31 schools and includes almost 5,000 educators representing more than 100 nationalities.
- Provide individual and group support according to instructions from the class teacher.
- Assist pupils with academic activities and demonstrate instructional tasks when required.
- Help implement individual education programmes and monitor pupil progress.
- Support pupils with additional needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Encourage the development of pupils\' social skills, confidence and independence.
- Monitor work assigned by the teacher and check pupils\' work while activities are in progress.
- Help pupils remain focused and engaged with assigned learning tasks.
- Recognise and reinforce pupil achievement and communicate progress to the teacher.
- Support pupils\' social, emotional and physical well-being throughout the school day.
Teacher and Administrative Support
The Classroom Assistant will work closely with class teachers to maintain an organised learning environment and provide practical support for everyday classroom activities.
Responsibilities include assisting with pupil records, checking attendance, preparing displays of pupil work, photocopying teaching materials and reorganising classroom resources at the end of the day.
The role may also involve working with speech therapists, occupational therapists and other professionals when necessary.
Supervision and Behaviour Support
- Supervise pupils in classrooms and other school locations.
- Promote positive behaviour and support the development of pupil self-esteem.
- Respond to inappropriate behaviour in accordance with the whole-school behaviour policy.
- Reinforce achievements through appropriate praise and encouragement.
- Maintain a proactive approach to pupil health and safety.
- Support school policies and comply with relevant health and safety requirements.
- Demonstrate appropriate standards of dress, punctuality and attendance.
School Responsibilities
The successful candidate will attend team and staff meetings when required and contribute positively to the school\'s wider activities. Flexibility is expected, including undertaking other appropriate duties when requested by the principal.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum secondary school certificate.
- Minimum 2 years experience in a school setting.
- English language skills appropriate to the school curriculum.
- Previous experience working with students for whom English is not their first language.
- Recent and consistent involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Clean enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check or police check.
Professional Attributes
Candidates should demonstrate enthusiasm for supporting children\'s education and a commitment to the development of the whole child. A high level of professionalism, consideration for children\'s well-being and respect for every member of the school community are expected.
The role also requires a positive, solution-focused approach and the ability to work constructively with teachers, pupils and other professionals.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and staff are expected to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
The organization states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a network of schools and educational services in Abu Dhabi and across the UAE. Its network supports more than 38,000 students across 31 schools and includes almost 5,000 educators representing more than 100 nationalities.
