Classroom Assistant - Student Support
Posted date [2026-10-04]
(ID: 52916)
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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 seeking a Classroom Assistant to join Noya British School in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role provides direct learning and pastoral support to individual pupils and groups, helping them participate fully in classroom activities while supporting their academic, social, emotional and physical well-being.
Working closely with class teachers, the Classroom Assistant will provide individual and group instruction as directed, reinforce learning, monitor pupil progress and help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive school environment.
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
Pupil Learning Support
The Classroom Assistant will provide
practical support inside and outside the classroom, helping pupils engage effectively with learning activities throughout the school day.
- Support individual pupils and groups during classroom and school activities.
- Provide academic assistance according to instructions from the class teacher.
- Deliver group or individual instruction as prescribed by the teacher.
- Demonstrate instructional activities and reinforce classroom learning.
- Help implement individual education programmes and monitor pupil progress.
- Support pupils with additional needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Help pupils develop appropriate social skills and positive learning behaviours.
- Keep pupils focused and engaged with assigned activities.
- Monitor work assigned by the teacher and check pupils\' work while it is in progress.
- Recognise and reinforce pupil achievements.
- Report relevant progress and observations to the class teacher.
Classroom Support
The Classroom Assistant will help teachers maintain an organised and effective learning environment while completing practical tasks that support day-to-day teaching.
Responsibilities include maintaining pupil records, preparing displays of pupil work, photocopying learning materials, checking attendance and reorganising classroom resources at the end of the day.
The role requires a proactive approach to health and safety and compliance with relevant school policies, legislation and established procedures.
Supervision and Behaviour
- Supervise pupils in classrooms and other designated school locations.
- Promote pupil confidence and self-esteem.
- Support positive behaviour throughout the school day.
- Respond to inappropriate behaviour in accordance with whole-school policy.
- Maintain appropriate standards of pupil safety and well-being.
- Help create an environment where pupils feel supported and able to participate in learning.
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 a passion for supporting children\'s education and a commitment to educating the whole child. The position requires professionalism, careful consideration of pupil well-being and respect for every member of the school community regardless of position, gender, age or ethnic background.
A positive and solution-focused attitude is essential, together with the ability to work constructively with teachers, pupils and the wider school community.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of owned and managed schools across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Noya British School forms part of this education network and provides a school community focused on inclusive learning, student development and the values and cultural context of the region.
- Support individual pupils and groups during classroom and school activities.
- Provide academic assistance according to instructions from the class teacher.
- Deliver group or individual instruction as prescribed by the teacher.
- Demonstrate instructional activities and reinforce classroom learning.
- Help implement individual education programmes and monitor pupil progress.
- Support pupils with additional needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Help pupils develop appropriate social skills and positive learning behaviours.
- Keep pupils focused and engaged with assigned activities.
- Monitor work assigned by the teacher and check pupils\' work while it is in progress.
- Recognise and reinforce pupil achievements.
- Report relevant progress and observations to the class teacher.
Classroom Support
The Classroom Assistant will help teachers maintain an organised and effective learning environment while completing practical tasks that support day-to-day teaching.
Responsibilities include maintaining pupil records, preparing displays of pupil work, photocopying learning materials, checking attendance and reorganising classroom resources at the end of the day.
The role requires a proactive approach to health and safety and compliance with relevant school policies, legislation and established procedures.
Supervision and Behaviour
- Supervise pupils in classrooms and other designated school locations.
- Promote pupil confidence and self-esteem.
- Support positive behaviour throughout the school day.
- Respond to inappropriate behaviour in accordance with whole-school policy.
- Maintain appropriate standards of pupil safety and well-being.
- Help create an environment where pupils feel supported and able to participate in learning.
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 a passion for supporting children\'s education and a commitment to educating the whole child. The position requires professionalism, careful consideration of pupil well-being and respect for every member of the school community regardless of position, gender, age or ethnic background.
A positive and solution-focused attitude is essential, together with the ability to work constructively with teachers, pupils and the wider school community.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a growing network of owned and managed schools across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Noya British School forms part of this education network and provides a school community focused on inclusive learning, student development and the values and cultural context of the region.
