Description
Position at The Aquila School Owned by Shaikh Mohammed Maktoum Juma Al Maktoum One Person Company LLC Job Description for an Arabic LS ISP Principles Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately. Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others. Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community. Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools. Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. For all staff in school we share a responsibility to ensure that children are safe and properly supervised at all times. Our school is committed to ‘amazing learning’- providing enjoyable and meaningful learning experiences so that every pupil makes as much progress as possible. All staff are expected to adhere to The Aquila Professional Code of Conduct and commit to promoting our vision – ‘A happy community school with amazing learning at its heart where pupils are empowered to make choices, engage in meaningful learning experiences and make exceptional progress’. Our focus is providing children with amazing learning and to be the school of choice for the community we serve. The Aquila School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. Key qualities and skills:
To be able to teach in an enjoyable, creative, and inclusive way, promoting independence, so that every child, including those who attend the Hemam centre, makes as much progress as possible
To be able to develop positive working relationships with all members of the school community
To be able to use initiative, be flexible, fun, proactive and positive
Core purposes:
To help children make as much progress with their learning as possible
To encourage children to be independent
To support the teachers in the day to day running of the class
Key duties for all LSAs include:
To ensure children are safe and well cared for at all times
Working with groups and individuals to support learning across the curriculum under the direction of the head of MoE subjects. This could include the delivery of intervention programmes
Encouraging independence i.e. helping the children to achieve their objectives (through questioning, dialogue, demonstrating and modelling) rather than doing the work for them
Tasks to support the day to day running of the school- e.g. preparing resources, being responsible for specific areas etc.
Engaging the pupils in meaningful talk at all opportunities in order to develop language, and build relationships
Supervising the children, for example on trips, at break times, travelling around the school, and at swimming and PE lessons
Managing pupil behaviour in a positive manner and being a positive role model in line with The Aquila Way on behaviour e.g. giving golden tickets, acknowledging children who have made good choices etc.
To ensure confidentiality at all times i.e.- never discussing any aspect of the work of the school other than with colleagues in school
Being proactive in knowing the expectations of your work for each session
To meet at least weekly with the teaching team
To work closely with the teachers to ensure there is effective communication-both oral and written concerning pupil progress and learning
To be proactive in your own professional development- if there is an element of your role you are less confident in carrying out- ask
To work alongside the teachers and children as per The Aquila Way to create interactive and relevant displays to support learning and celebrate achievement
To plan and deliver creative and engaging lessons, ensuring that children are actively learning throughout each lesson and that every child makes as much progress as possible
Working with the lead teacher to monitor the class schedule.
Assisting teachers with lesson preparation by getting materials ready and setting up equipment.
Revising lesson material with pupils individually or in small groups.
Ensuring the classroom environment is safe and clean.
Overseeing pupils during non-classroom times, including in-between classes, during lunch, and on-field excursions.
Collaborating with lead teachers to recognize issues pupils are facing and recommend solutions.
Documenting pupils' progress.
Helping lead teachers to create lesson material.
Complying with state, school, and class rules and regulations (Aquila ways).
Attending all training classes, parent conferences, and department meetings.
To actively participate in the performance management process for yourself
To be involved in improving learning across the school as a subject leader
In addition, all staff are required to carry out any tasks required by the school or the regional office to facilitate the smooth day to day running of the school To be line managed by the head of MoE subjects Hours of work- 7.25am-3:25pm Monday to Thursday; 7:25am to 12 noon on Fridays, plus occasional evening and weekend work. Holidays- as per the school KHDA approved calendar You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
