Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support

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Requirements

• Teaching Assistant
• Classroom Support Job Snapshot Role: Teaching Assistant
• Classroom Support
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Education Management
• Function: Classroom Teaching
• Experience: Education environment experience desirable
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is an Education Management opportunity for a UAE National who is passionate about supporting pupils, assisting classroom learning, and contributing to a positive school community at Cranleigh Abu Dhabi.

This role is suited for a patient, flexible, and child-focused individual who can work closely with teachers, encourage pupil independence, and help create a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

Job Details Country

United Arab EmiratesCity: Abu DhabiIndustry: Education ManagementFunction: Classroom TeachingEstimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: AnyCandidate Nationality: UAE NationalJob Type: Full-time Role Context The Teaching Assistant - Classroom Support role plays an important part in helping pupils participate confidently in daily school life.

Working alongside the class teacher, the Teaching Assistant will support individual learners and small groups, prepare classroom materials, assist with routines, promote positive behaviour, and help pupils build independence.

The role also supports Cranleigh Abu Dhabi s wider educational environment by contributing to supervision, classroom organization, pupil wellbeing, and effective communication within the school team.

Key Responsibilities * Support pupils individually and in small groups to help them access learning across the curriculum.* Assist the class teacher during lessons by reinforcing learning objectives, guiding activities, and encouraging pupil participation.* Use agreed school strategies, including phonics support, mathematics methods, questioning, modelling, and guided practice.* Help pupils develop independence, confidence, personal organization, hygiene awareness, and positive learning habits.* Prepare classroom resources, organize learning materials, set up activities, and support classroom displays.* Record pupil activities, observations, and relevant classroom information as requested by the teacher.* Build positive relationships with pupils through patience, encouragement, respectful communication, and consistent support.* Supervise pupils during break times, transitions, school trips, specialist lessons, and other school activities.* Promote positive behaviour by acting as a calm role model and applying school behaviour expectations consistently.* Work closely with the class teacher to support lesson preparation, classroom routines, and pupil progress.* Report any concerns about pupils learning, wellbeing, behaviour, or safety to the class teacher promptly.* Maintain confidentiality in relation to pupils, families, staff, and school matters at all times.* Contribute to a welcoming classroom atmosphere where children feel supported, included, and motivated.* Seek guidance, feedback, and training opportunities to improve classroom support skills and professional confidence.* Remain flexible and willing to assist with wider school community activities when required.* Follow safeguarding expectations, school policies, child protection procedures, and UAE education standards.

Ideal Profile * UAE National candidate.* Bachelor Degree is required.* Previous experience in an education environment is desirable.* Genuine interest in supporting children and helping them become confident, independent learners.* Ability to build positive working relationships with pupils, teachers, administrative staff, parents, and the wider school community.* Patient, respectful, and enthusiastic approach to working with children.* Flexible mindset with the ability to use initiative in a busy school environment.* Positive attitude and willingness to support different classroom and school activities.* Good communication skills with the ability to listen carefully and respond appropriately.* Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality, and professionalism.* Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance from the class teacher.* Commitment to pupil wellbeing, safeguarding, inclusion, and respectful school culture.* Interest in professional development, coaching, and continuous learning.

Skills Set * Classroom support* Pupil supervision* Small group learning* Individual learning support* Phonics support* Mathematics support* Lesson preparation* Classroom displays* Learning resources* Behaviour support* Positive role modelling* Child independence support* Personal organization support* Hygiene routine support* School trip supervision* Break time supervision* Pupil engagement* Teacher collaboration* Confidentiality* Safeguarding awareness* Child wellbeing* Communication skills* Teamwork* Flexibility* Education environment* UAE National development