Arabic Learning Assistant – August 2026

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 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 to share this commitment.All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month. Harrow International School Dubai is seeking exceptional educators to join the founding team and become part of the legacy.As part of our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best.Key Responsibilities:To work with individual or small groups of children as directed by the class teacher and subject teachers.To work with groups of children in the classroom enabling them to access the curriculum. Be proactive with the learning and in conjunction with the class teacher be ready to change strategy or approach as needed to facilitate learning.Support with the recording and presenting of evidence of learning as required.To follow agreed programmes of work with individuals and groups of children working towards set targets.To contribute to the well-being of the children in terms of physical, emotional and social needs.To support staff with minor admin tasks when not directly working with students, for example in non-contact time, e.g. photocopy, file or complete records.To prepare and store general resources required.To make notes in Individual Education Plan (IEP) books for children as required.To give verbal and written feedback to the Class Teacher to support report writing, assessments and IEPs.To accompany children on school trips where appropriate and ensure you follow school policy in regards to reading, understanding and following the trip documentation.Supervise children during breaks (including before and after school if necessary).Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents to support the image and reputation of the school.Carry out any other tasks of a similar nature as directed by the Class Teacher, including being flexible to support in other classes or areas of the school as and when required.Requirements:Education:Minimum A-Level or equivalent (certificate has to be UAE Embassy and MOFA attested)Experience:Experience or aptitude for working with students, previous teaching or teaching assistant experience preferredCompetencies:Professional proficiency in written and spoken English Enthusiasm and aptitude for working with students Good team player Ability to use own initiativeSchool Values and BehavioursAll staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are: Courage, Honour, Humility and Fellowship. While the School’s values set out what matters most to us, the behaviours below are intended as a shared set of expectations