Russian and English-speaking Learning Support Assistant - Immediate start

Kings’ School Nad Al Sheba is seeking a Russian and English-speaking Learning Support Assistant to join our excellent and highly successful department with immediate start.

To work efficiently alongside the SENCo, Learning Support Teachers and classroom/subject teachers to provide effective support and knowledge either within the primary or secondary department. Providing extra support for small groups of children and one to one sessions after school 

• To work alongside the Learning Support Teachers and specialists and classroom/subject teachers to provide efficient support and knowledge, within secondary. 
• To provide curricular support for children with learning difficulties, including booster groups, in class support and one to one support as required. 
• To contribute to the assessment of pupils and reporting pupil performance to classroom teachers. 
• To support children on IEP’s and be aware of and contribute to their individualised targets. 
• To have up to date knowledge with regards to the implementation of learning strategies and resources. 
• To liaise with the classroom/subject teacher as necessary all times to guarantee active child support and development. 
• To plan in advance support sessions for children, to ensure effective learning support and the ability to track progression. 
• To attend both learning support and phase meetings and share concerns efficiently and proactively. 
• To be present at in school learning support training and attend staff meetings when required.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• UK GCSE and/ or A Level
• Strong verbal and written communications skills in English.
• Strong verbal communication skills in Russian.
• Strong knowledge in Math, English and Science at GCSE level
• Previous classroom/learning assistance experience
• To have up to date knowledge of learning support strategies and the National Curriculum for England.

Essential Qualities:

• A deep and passionate commitment to the values and ethos of Kings’ Education.
• The ability to motivate, enthuse and engage with children and adults.
• Energy, vigour, perseverance, stamina and resilience.
• A demonstrable commitment to a robust culture of high expectations and quality care. 
• The ability to challenge and improve performance.
• “Can do” attitude