Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support
Posted date [2026-10-04]
(ID: 52907)
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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
Teaching Assistant - Classroom SupportJob Snapshot
Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Education
Experience: Minimum 1 year experience as a Teaching Assistant
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Aldar Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Cranleigh Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This UAE National role supports pupils throughout classroom learning and wider school activities, working closely with teachers to help children participate effectively in the curriculum and develop greater confidence and independence.
The successful candidate will contribute to lesson preparation, pupil supervision, classroom organisation and positive behaviour while building constructive relationships with children, teaching staff, administrative colleagues and parents.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: Education
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: UAE National
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Classroom Support
The Teaching Assistant will work with individual pupils and groups to reinforce learning across
the curriculum and provide practical support to the class teacher.
- Support pupils using established school approaches and learning methods, including phonics and mathematics strategies.
- Work with individuals and groups according to classroom learning requirements.
- Record pupil activities as required.
- Prepare classroom resources and materials for lessons.
- Assist with classroom setup and the creation of educational displays.
- Encourage pupils to become increasingly independent through questioning, modelling and appropriate guidance.
- Support children\'s personal organisation and hygiene where required.
Pupil Engagement and Supervision
Developing positive relationships with pupils is an important part of the position. The Teaching Assistant will communicate with enthusiasm, patience and respect while helping children participate confidently in school life.
The role includes supervising pupils during breaks, transitions, school trips and specialist lessons. The successful candidate will support positive behaviour, model appropriate conduct and help maintain a safe and constructive environment for learning.
Working with Teachers and the School Community
- Work closely with the class teacher to maintain effective communication and prepare for lessons.
- Report relevant pupil concerns to the class teacher.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Work positively with teaching staff, administrative colleagues, parents and children.
- Use initiative and remain flexible in response to classroom and school requirements.
- Seek appropriate support and training for continued professional development.
- Contribute actively to the wider school community.
Qualifications and Experience
- High School Certificate.
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Teaching Assistant.
- UAE National role.
- Ability to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community.
- Ability to use initiative and maintain a flexible, positive approach.
- Ability to support children across different aspects of school life and encourage them to become independent learners.
Professional Development and Safeguarding
Aldar Education places emphasis on professional development, coaching and training for staff and states that an attractive remuneration package is offered.
The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a group of child-centred schools in the UAE and educates more than 38,000 students across its owned and managed schools. Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is part of this school network and offers pupils academic learning alongside opportunities in fine arts, performing arts, music, sport and other activities.
- Support pupils using established school approaches and learning methods, including phonics and mathematics strategies.
- Work with individuals and groups according to classroom learning requirements.
- Record pupil activities as required.
- Prepare classroom resources and materials for lessons.
- Assist with classroom setup and the creation of educational displays.
- Encourage pupils to become increasingly independent through questioning, modelling and appropriate guidance.
- Support children\'s personal organisation and hygiene where required.
Pupil Engagement and Supervision
Developing positive relationships with pupils is an important part of the position. The Teaching Assistant will communicate with enthusiasm, patience and respect while helping children participate confidently in school life.
The role includes supervising pupils during breaks, transitions, school trips and specialist lessons. The successful candidate will support positive behaviour, model appropriate conduct and help maintain a safe and constructive environment for learning.
Working with Teachers and the School Community
- Work closely with the class teacher to maintain effective communication and prepare for lessons.
- Report relevant pupil concerns to the class teacher.
- Maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Work positively with teaching staff, administrative colleagues, parents and children.
- Use initiative and remain flexible in response to classroom and school requirements.
- Seek appropriate support and training for continued professional development.
- Contribute actively to the wider school community.
Qualifications and Experience
- High School Certificate.
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Teaching Assistant.
- UAE National role.
- Ability to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community.
- Ability to use initiative and maintain a flexible, positive approach.
- Ability to support children across different aspects of school life and encourage them to become independent learners.
Professional Development and Safeguarding
Aldar Education places emphasis on professional development, coaching and training for staff and states that an attractive remuneration package is offered.
The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and all staff are expected to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
About the Company
Aldar Education operates a group of child-centred schools in the UAE and educates more than 38,000 students across its owned and managed schools. Cranleigh Abu Dhabi is part of this school network and offers pupils academic learning alongside opportunities in fine arts, performing arts, music, sport and other activities.
