Learning Support Teaching Assistant

ACS International Schools are recruiting a Learning Support Teaching Assistant to join the Upper School team at ACS Hillingdon International School.

The Learning Support Teaching Assistant will be required to assist the classroom teacher with the preparation and delivery of lessons and the welfare of the class students.

ACS Hillingdon’s 11-acre campus is less than 14 miles from central London, enabling students to benefit from opportunities in both the city and countryside. Our magnificent Greater London campus has outstanding facilities, and a wealth of history, art and culture right on its doorstep.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrable levels of numeracy & literacy equivalent to GCSE (A-C) or NVQ Level 2 (or by test).
• Hold relevant qualifications at a level equivalent to at least NVQ Level 3 for supporting and teaching & learning in school.
• Teaching EFL/ESL Reading.
• Supporting children with difficulties in reading and writing.
• Attend induction training; as appropriate and training relevant to the post, including behaviour management and Child Protection training.
• Knowledge of adolescent concerns and current information sources.
• Ability to work in teams in a variety of circumstances; ability to accept change with flexibility.
• Proactive, approachable, empathetic, organised, highly visible, confident, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to observe confidentially

Start date: August 2024.

Working hours: Monday- Friday 8am- 3.30pm, term time only.

ACS celebrates diversity as an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, as an employee of ACS, you are expected to share this commitment. This position is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Learning Support: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 01/08/2024