Learning Assistant

Cognita operates more than 100 schools around the world and has recently acquired the Four Forest group with schools in Zug and Luzern. As part of this expansion in Switzerland, we are looking for a

LEARNING ASSISTANT 100%

Start date: 12.08.2024

Location: 8304 Wallisellen

Job description: We are global community that embraces diversity and celebrates our core values: kindness, respect, and resilience. At ISZN, we believe in creating a nurturing and safe environment where children can grow, learn, and play. We are currently seeking a dedicated Learning Assistant to join our team, someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people. This role is crucial in providing academic and emotional support to our students, while also ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Key Accountabilities

• Working in close partnership with the class teacher to establish an appropriate child-centered learning

environment for the children

• Delivering high-quality support to enhance student learning experiences.

• Assist in the delivery of educational programs and activities.

• Provide one-on-one support to students requiring additional help.

• Monitor and support student behaviour, promoting positive choices.

• Facilitate inclusive learning opportunities for all students.

• Supervising the children at break/lunch time and other unstructured times

• Under the direction of the class teacher, helping to ensure that the classroom environment is well managed, properly ordered and neatly presented

• Under the direction of the class teacher, working with individuals and groups of children

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• To comply with safeguarding policies, procedures, and code of conduct

• To engage in safeguarding training when required

• Ensure that the children are always safe and secure

• Act as a safe point of contact for students who may need to discuss issues of safety or wellbeing.

Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of a high school diploma; a degree in education or a related field is preferred.

• Previous experience working with children or in an educational setting is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of current safeguarding and child protection legislation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, caring, and supportive approach to student learning and development.

Cognita Schools are 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 practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed