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Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team at GEMS Founders School- Dubai. The successful candidate will work closely with special needs children, providing one-on-one support or group to enhance their learning experience and overall development.
Responsibilities:
- Individualized Support:
- Provide direct one-on-one support to students with special educational needs (SEN) in various learning environments.
- Implement individualized education and behavior plans under the guidance of the SEN Coordinator or relevant professionals.
2. Academic Assistance:
- Assist students in understanding and completing academic tasks, adapting materials to suit their learning styles and abilities.
- Collaborate with teachers to reinforce learning objectives and modify teaching strategies as needed.
- Emotional and Behavioral Support:
- Foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students with SEN, promoting emotional well-being and positive behavior.
- Implement strategies to address and manage challenging behaviors, ensuring a safe and conducive learning atmosphere.
- Communication and Collaboration:
- Maintain open communication with teaching staff, Inclusion teacher, and other professionals involved in the student's support network.
- Maintain daily communication with parents effectively.
- Progress Monitoring:
- Keep detailed records of student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with the Inclusion teachers to assess and report on the effectiveness of intervention strategies.
Skills
Skills and Abilities:
- Empathy and patience in working with children with diverse needs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to suit individual learning styles.
- Team player with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
Job Details
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GEMS FOUNDERS SCHOOL - DUBAI
GEMS Founders School, Dubai (GFS) opened its doors in September 2016 to over 1800 students from FS1 – Year 8. This is the most successful school opening in GEMS Education history in terms of enrolment. In September 2017, we welcomed over 3500 students and extended the school to Year 9. In September 2018, we opened our Year 10 and Year 12 (International GCSE and A Level curriculum) and started that year with 3800 children. In 2019, we reached the capacity of 4260 students in Phases 1 and 2 of our original building and in 2021 expanded to Phase 3 to provide additional facilities for extended curriculum options. We reached full capacity in 2022 with 6139 children from FS1 – Year 13. Since opening, we have established a positive learning environment for our children and staff following both the National Curriculum for England and UAE Ministry of Education curricular. As a British school overseas with over 100 nationalities, it is important that we value all of our languages and cultural understanding and use this as a catalyst to embrace the culture, history and beliefs of our student and staff body. We have been rated Good in two DSIB inspections, with the most recent one also recognising some Outstanding features. We are British Schools Overseas (BSO) accredited gaining Outstanding judgements in all standards, allowing us to offer the NQT, QTS and iPGCE programmes to our teachers through the TES Institute. GEMS Founders School, Dubai is truly unique and anyone who comes to work here has a wonderful opportunity to leave their mark. In line with our school vision, you will have the opportunity to Grow, Flourish and Succeed in everything you do at GFS.