Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Bahrain, BH Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 119 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment. By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The British School of Bahrain is committed to providing a high-quality, international education for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain. We are a selective, coeducational, independent Nursery-through-Year 13 school. Our curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with some adaptations to the local context and offers IGCSE and A-Level/BTEC examinations. While the language of academic instruction is English, we are a truly international school, and our pupils and staff come from over 82 different nationalities. The school has 2900 students on roll aged 3-18, it has a warm feel to it, and there is a sense of fun. Most importantly, our students are a joy to teach. We are welcoming applications for a Learning Support Assistant to join us in January 2025. For further details of this role, please check below: The ideal candidate is expected to assist the SENCo and teachers to maintain an updated database of children with particular needs including physical disabilities, learning, emotional, behavioural or communication difficulties, autism, dyspraxia, dyslexia and ADHD, sensory impairments, sensory processing disorders and mental health issues; and work with the School Counsellors as necessary and encourage personal development through pastoral work, with a focus on social and emotional development as mutually integral to learning need and development. General responsibilities:

• To ensure that the School delivers the School Vision in relation to providing the highest standard of teaching and learning.
• Be responsible for the learning and achievement of all pupils in the class/es ensuring equality of opportunity for all.
• Be responsible and accountable for achieving the highest possible standards of work and conduct.
• Work collaboratively with members of your team to ensure consistency of practice in line with school policy and procedures.
• Treat pupils with dignity, building relationships rooted in mutual respect, and at all times observing proper boundaries appropriate to a teacher’s professional position.
• Work proactively and effectively in collaboration and partnership with learners, parents/carers, governors, other staff and external agencies in the best interests of pupils.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• At least 3 years experience in working with young people.
• Is confident with the use of IT.
• Experience working with Google apps for education is preferred.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

School Application Form

Please download and fill out this Application Form , and submit this to hr@thebsbh.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr