Support Assistant

Position Overview

The British International School Abu Dhabi seeks a motivated and versatile Support Assistant to join a dedicated operations team. This role involves providing vital support across various school areas, ensuring student safety during school transport, and contributing to a positive school environment.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be proactive and committed, with a positive demeanor and willingness to support students, parents, and colleagues. Flexibility and reliability are crucial, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The role demands a readiness to assist in multiple school areas and foster strong relationships within the community. Adaptability to a busy international school setting is also essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students on school buses, register them during pick-up and drop-off, and maintain communication with parents.
• Ensure all safety protocols and procedures are strictly followed throughout all transport journeys.
• Provide administrative and practical assistance across classrooms, the library, clinic, and office as needed.
• Support teachers and students during lessons and breaks, promoting a caring and positive atmosphere.
• Collaborate with the team to uphold high standards of care, safety, and teamwork.

Additional Information about the Employer

Nord Anglia Education operates over 88 premium schools worldwide, educating more than 88,000 students. The organization emphasizes creativity, wellbeing, academic excellence, and global connectivity through innovative educational technology and global collaborations with institutions like The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, and King's College London.

Benefits

• Access to extensive professional development via Nord Anglia University.
• Opportunities for career progression and global experience.
• Collaborations enabling access to global experts and an Executive Master's in International Education for selected candidates.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture focused on dignity and respect.
• Opportunity to live and work in a dynamic international city.

Application Process

Candidates must provide a CV, a cover letter, and contact details for two professional referees, including their current line manager.

Safeguarding Commitment

The organization prioritizes safeguarding, requiring all employees with regular child contact to undergo stringent national and international vetting, including criminal record checks for residency in the past decade. The school is dedicated to providing a safe, inclusive environment for all pupils regardless of race, religion, ability, gender, or culture.

Deadline

Applications close on 31st July 2026.