Creche Support Assistant
Doha College
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Tax-Free
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 22 September 2017
Job overview
Creche Support Assistant:
Doha College is one of the oldest British curriculum schools in Qatar providing a world class education for 1914 students between the ages of 3 and 18, who represent over 72 nationalities. Established in 1980, the college was originally opened to meet the demand for a British-style education, and continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The essential duties for the Crèche Support Assistant include but are not limited to:
• To ensure activities and site are safe for participants and staff.
• To determine appropriate staff ratios and communicate with line manager
• To provide, organise, lead, and instruct individuals and groups in specified programs.
• To supervise and implement safe practices as it relates to participants, programmes, and facilities.
• To positively and successfully perform within work team dynamics.
• To issue, receive, maintain, and inventory recreation equipment and supplies.
• To maintain attendance, and activity records and make required reports.
• To enhance the program or activities via participant solicitation or feedback.
• To make recommendations to the line manager regarding program enhancement and any concerns regarding operations.
• Other duties as assigned by the line manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience of:
• Specific programme or activity to which is instructed.
• Use of tools and supplies in the application of the program.
• Working with primary children with varying degrees of ability.
• General understanding of child development and proper disciplinary actions.
• Education & practical training in sports, fitness, games, crafts, cooking, science, outdoor recreation and other recreational and cultural activities.
Ability to:
• Read, write and effectively communicate in English
• Work effectively with people.
• Organise and plan.
• To deal in a courteous, knowledgeable & tactful manner with staff.
EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:
Experience of working with children.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Previous experience in the leading or instruction of various ages and abilities preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1st – aid certifications or be able to secure during the first six months of employment. Safeguarding training.
PHYSICAL SKILLS
While performing the duties of this position, the crèche supervisor may be frequently required to sit, stand, reach, walk, run, manipulate objects tools or controls, and communicate. The position may require mobility and the occasional lifting of objects. Manual dexterity and coordination may be required to operate such as but not limited to, art tools, play equipment, program equipment, and standard office equipment.
Working Times
3 hours per day from Sunday to Thursday at 6:30 am to 7:30 am & 01:00 pm to 3:00. Term time only.
Only candidates with a family sponsorship currently residing in Qatar will be considered.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check (or appropriate), staff disqualification declaration, medical clearances and references.
To apply please to go: www.dohacollege.com/recruitment
Applicants should complete a Doha College Support Staff Application form.
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About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity. We are the first school in the world to be honoured with the High-Performance Learning (HPL) accreditation, as well as the first school in Qatar to be accredited under the new Council of British International Schools (COBIS) Patron’s Accreditation and Compliance Scheme.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis, featuring over 2,000 students, aged 3 -18, from 68 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum offering IGCSE, AS and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication means that Qatar is a country like no other and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which both, students and staff, draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team.
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
With the growth-mindset philosophy of High-Performance Learning, we develop confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and reward
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
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