🏫 Nord Anglia Education
📍China
💰 Competitive Salary

Job Description:

Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong is China’s longest-standing British international school, delivering outstanding educational opportunities to our community for more than two decades, and ensuring our students, aged 2 to 18, their families and our staff are central to everything we do. Our aim is to develop creative, confident and considerate learners who are prepared for their futures beyond school and a huge part of being able to deliver these values come through our Nord Anglia Education network of schools and its unique set of collaborations with leading global organisations such as Juilliard, MIT, UNICEF and IMG Academy.

We are now looking for a Learning Support Assistant to be able to start from August 2024.

Key Results Area:

Collaborate with classroom teachers and other educational professionals to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and tailor support strategies for students with special needs.

Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, reinforcing learning objectives and adapting instructional materials as needed.

Foster an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment, promoting students’ emotional well-being and social integration.

Assist students in developing essential life skills, independence, and self-confidence, both within the classroom and during extracurricular activities.

Support students with sensory, communication, or mobility challenges, ensuring their full participation in all aspects of the school day.

Monitor and record students’ progress, behaviours, and achievements, and communicate these observations to the teaching team and parents/guardians as required.

Collaborate with the school’s Learning Support Coordinator to implement effective strategies for supporting learners with additional needs.

Attend training sessions, workshops, and continuous professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and stay up-to-date with best practices in special education.

Actively contribute to team meetings, sharing insights and strategies to promote student success and well-being.

Coordinate with teachers and other support staff to ensure a cohesive approach to student development and progress.

Prepare resources and materials for new student arriving in school throughout the academic year 

Assist in planning and organizing special events, outings, and activities that align with students’ individual goals and needs.

Uphold the school’s policies and procedures, fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all students.

Purposeful and regular feedback to all students, and teachers both verbal and written.

Support the life of school beyond the classroom.

Undertake Normal School bus and CCA bus duties 

The LSA will be expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities that the Principal or SLT may request from time to time. 

Personal Specifications:

A genuine passion for working with children and a commitment to their individual growth and development.

College degree or above (Preferably in Education, English, etc.)

Teaching certificate holder is preferred

Working experience in international schools is an advantage

At least one year working experience in Education field is preferred

Experience working with children with special needs or a relevant background in special education, child psychology, or related fields.

Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and patience when interacting with students, teachers, parents, and fellow staff members.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration and reporting.

Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic educational environment, adjusting strategies to suit students’ changing needs.

Organizational skills to manage tasks, record keeping, and documentation associated with student progress.

Proficiency in using technology for educational purposes, including assistive technologies that support students’ learning needs.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn and grow as part of a supportive team.

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At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



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