Job Description

JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM ASSISTANT 

Links to: Year Leader, Deputy Head of Primary School and Head of Primary School

WHO ARE WE?

Nexus is an empowering, learning-focused community. We strive to create an honest, open and innovative community with our learners, parents and peers. We believe that we have something unique and special here, we are proud to be different in the way we work; and how we teach and learn.

At Nexus, we do things differently. Each member of staff is valued and recognised as a unique individual collaborating as part of a supportive community, to elevate one another with innovative ideas. Our strategies emerge from the collective positive mindsets of our colleagues. You will experience high levels of ownership and empowerment in your role. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, the classroom assistant will facilitate the learning and development of individuals or groups of learners. The job holder is also responsible for maintaining an engaging and purposeful learning environment, ensuring the smooth running of the class and carrying out appropriate administrative tasks.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the classroom teacher to maintain a safe, healthy and stimulating learning environment 

• Support the personal and social development of learners

• Help learners to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own, by assisting through:

  • Clarifying and explaining instructions and provide written and verbal feedback 

  • Ensuring the learners are able to use the equipment and materials provided

  • Assisting in motivating and encouraging the learners as required

  • Contributing to areas requiring reinforcement or development, such as language development and positive engagement

  • Promoting independent learning

• Assume responsibility for supervising groups of children, or individual children on specified activities, including learning tasks, library activities, CCAs, school trips and use of IT

• Provide continuity of adult care of learners, for example, supervising daily playtimes, transition times between classes and at the start/end of the day, support in specialist classes, as well as toileting 

• Liaise with the School Nurse for administration of first aid/medicine where necessary

• Assist the classroom teacher in checking communication books and recording class attendance on a daily basis

• Assist with basic record-keeping, including collecting evidence of learning on individual learners, such as taking photographs and making observations

• Assist in the efficient preparation, maintenance and use of classroom teaching materials and equipment, including organising the use of AV and IT equipment, photocopying and laminating

• Attend staff meetings, participate in performance management arrangements and undertake training and development activities

• Be willing to attend and become involved in any professional development opportunities, and adopt an attitude of professional reflection and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Minimum O level education and equivalent (as per CPE guidelines), or higher qualification (Eg. Diploma, Degree)

• At least two (2) years of relevant working experience 

• A demonstrated and genuine passion for education and a desire to facilitate children’s learning

• Possess strong IT skills and knowledge, for example Apple devices and Google applications

• Communicate effectively in Standard English both orally and in writing

• Establish and maintain positive learning-focused relationships with colleagues, learners and parents

• To manage the physical demands of the role (eg: able to lift/carry a child weighing up to 25kg; routinely sitting on child sized chairs, kneeling, bending and crouching)

• High standards and expectations for themselves and the learners

• Understanding and knowledge of principles and practice of inclusion and restorative justice 

• Resilient and flexible - no two days are the same!

In addition to the roles and responsibilities outlined above, we may appoint Classroom Assistants with oversight of specific aspects. This will be stated in the job advertisement and may include:  

Overseeing sports programmes:

Supporting the PHE and Aquatics departments with the delivery of the curriculum. This involves:

• Assisting teachers by working with learners for both land based and aquatic lessons. (This may include entering the water with learners).

• Taking care of learners’ needs, especially those requiring personalised attention or support.

• Preparing resources and setting up sports equipment as directed by the teacher.

• Being actively involved in events such as sports days, swim meets, cross country and other PHE events.

Nexus International School (Singapore) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our children and families. Nexus endorses the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Singapore ratified on 11 December 2008, and establishes a clear policy and guidelines to protect our learners from maltreatment by any person or persons who come in contact with them in any environment.

Nexus International School (Singapore) is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and value the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our school.

Whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities, the role may be revised from time to time.

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