Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (Secondary)
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About the Role
Nord Anglia International School Dubai seeks a Higher-Level Learning Support Assistant to lead targeted interventions for secondary students with SEND. The role combines direct student support with strategic coordination of intervention timetables and exam access arrangements.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of targeted interventions for students with SEND
- Manage operational and administrative systems that underpin the school's inclusion provision
- Plan intervention timetables, administer access arrangements, and ensure seamless exam logistics
- Champion an inclusive culture and promote pupil independence
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure all learners make outstanding progress
- Prepare and deliver one to one and small group teaching sessions for secondary aged students
- Work alongside other stakeholders to enhance student participation
- Support students, teachers and parents to develop personalised educational plans (PEPs) and develop provision according to student's specific needs
Requirements
- Experience of providing core subject (math, English, Science) support to secondary aged students (Years 7 – 11)
- Experience of supporting neurodiverse students; including planning and delivering small group and 1:1 support sessions
- Previous and relevant experience of working as a Learning Support Assistant or Secondary Teacher
- Previous experience of working within the British curriculum across secondary to GCSE/IGCSE level
- Relevant qualifications
- Good rapport with young people
- Genuine passion for education
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Friendly and professional manner
- Strong English skills – spoken and written
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About the Role
- The Higher Level Learning Support Assistant (HLTA) leads the delivery of targeted interventions for students with SEND, while managing the operational and administrative systems that underpin the school's inclusion provision.
- This role combines direct student support with strategic coordination—planning intervention timetables, administering access arrangements, and ensuring seamless exam logistics.
- The HLTA champions an inclusive culture, promotes pupil independence, and works collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure all learners make outstanding progress.
The ideal candidate
- Experience of providing core subject (math, English, Science) support to secondary aged students (Years 7 – 11)
- Experience of supporting neurodiverse students; including planning and delivering small group and 1:1 support session for students with neurodiverse profiles
- Previous and relevant experience of working as a Learning Support Assistant or Secondary Teacher
- Previous experience of working within the British curriculum across secondary to GCSE/IGCSE level
- Relevant qualifications
- A good rapport with young people
- A genuine passion for education
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A friendly and professional manner
- Strong English skills – spoken and written
Additional Requirements
- The candidate will be required to prepare and deliver one to one and small group teaching sessions for secondary aged students.
- The ability to work alongside other stakeholders to enhance student participation is paramount for this role.
- The candidate will be supporting students, teachers and parents to develop personalised educational plans (PEPs) and develop the provision according to the student’s specific needs.
- The candidate will work alongside the Secondary Head of Inclusion as well as a dynamic Personalised Learning Team.
Start Date and Contract
- This is a full time position, starting from 24th August 2026.
- The start date can be extended depending on the notice period, early applications are appreciated.
- Remuneration is competitive and it includes visa provision.
About Nord Anglia International School Dubai
- NAS Dubai is a vibrant, purpose built flagship campus where academic excellence meets genuine community spirit.
- With over 3,000 students from diverse backgrounds, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment that nurtures every learner.
- Our curriculum, rooted in the British Curriculum and adapted to our unique setting, leads to outstanding outcomes at IGCSE, A Level, and through the IB Diploma Programme.
- Recognised by Spears as one of the Top 100 schools globally and rated ‘Outstanding’ across all key areas by KHDA, BSO, and NEASC.
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