Immediate Start: Foundation Stage Teacher Assistants at Safa Community School

Job Overview

POST: Immediate Start: Foundation Stage Teacher Assistants at Safa Community School, Dubai

Safa Community School - a beacon of excellence. In 2024, we were honoured with the ‘Happiest School in the UAE’ title, a testament to our commitment towards student well-being. In addition, we were proud recipients of the ‘Value Add, Leaving No Child Behind Award’, reflecting our dedication to academic progress. This was further underscored by our 2024 GCSE VA score of +2.2. Our high staff retention rates and inclusion in the top 15 Schools in the UAE by the Schoolscompared.com survey are a source of pride for us all.

At Safa Community School, we are more than just a school - we are a community. With a parent body comprising Expats, including around 35% from the UK, we have fostered a reputation for being a friendly, warm, and community-oriented school. Our positive relationships among staff, parents, and students are a testament to our inclusive approach, making everyone feel welcomed and part of a larger family. This sense of belonging sets us apart and should make you feel at home in our school.

Safa Community School is not just another school but an award-winning all-through UK curriculum school, from FS1 to Year 13, with 2,570 students. Follow our school Instagram channel for a glimpse into our vibrant community showcasing student achievements, community events, and much more at safa_scs. Discover how we nurture talent, foster creativity, and build a thriving environment for every student.

Currently, we are in search of a dynamic and passionate Early Years / Foundation Stage Teacher Assistants to join our highly accomplished primary department.

The successful applicant will already be resident in Dubai. Only applicants already based in Dubai will be considered.

About The Role

The successful applicants will demonstrate high levels of motivation and have the ability to engage, support, lead and inspire children to raise standards along with delivering effective outcomes for all children. You will preferably have experience 'delivering' the Early Years Foundation Stage or National Curriculum for England either in the UK or an international setting.

General Professional Responsibilities:

• Working with teachers to establish an appropriate learning environment.
• Determine the need for, prepare and maintain equipment and resources required to meet the learning activities.
• Implement agreed teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to student responses and needs.
• Encourage children to engage in, and participate in learning activities led by the class teacher.
• Establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding to the needs of each individual child.
• To actively promote children's independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Provide the teacher with clerical and admin support.

Education

Due to regulations, we can only employ individuals with a minimum of High School education in English and Mathematics or a degree.

Application Process

Closing date for applications is Monday, 28th April 2025 at 10h00 UAE time.

Dear Candidate,

The Application Process Is

• All applications must be submitted through the TES website. Only complete applications submitted through the website will be considered.
• Only applicants already based in Dubai will be considered.
• Submit a full resume / CV.
• Submit a covering letter of no more than two A4 pages.
• Provide at least three referees’ names, telephone numbers (with international dialing codes), and email addresses. One must be a current employer.
• The closing date for all applications is Monday, 28th April 2025 at 10h00 UAE time. However, applications will be processed as received, and initial interviews will be arranged for successful candidates as applications are received.
• Once initial interviews are concluded, arrangements will be made individually with those candidates who will proceed to the second round of interviews.

Upon request, feedback will only be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stages.

Important Notice

At Safa Community School we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, social media checks, including overseas checks.