Arabic Teaching Assistant- Summer Term (April 2025)

at  Horizon English SchoolUnited Arab Emirates

JOB OVERVIEW

Horizon English School is looking for an Arabic Teaching Assistant to bring energy, creativity, and patience to our vibrant community. This is a great opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for helping children thrive and grow.

ABOUT HORIZON ENGLISH SCHOOL DUBAI:

Founded in 1989, Horizon English School (HES) is one of the longest standing British schools in Dubai. Nestled in the heart of Jumeirah, Horizon is home to an international community of over 1000 children and almost 200 colleagues. Our school has been rated as outstanding by the KHDA and BSO for several years and is accredited with BSME (British Schools in the Middle East).

This is a rare opportunity to join the team. We’re looking forward to meeting candidates who believe:

• In the need to build trusting relationships with children and colleagues alike
• That every child can achieve wonderful things given the right environment
• That they can always improve
• In the value of collaboration with others to push for the highest of standards

Take a look at our website and social media accounts to see what a truly exceptional place it is to learn and to work:
www.horizonschooldubai.com
www.instagram.com/horizonschooldubai/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNeJYPRHfRM

WE HAVE STRONG BELIEFS AT HORIZON ABOUT WHAT MAKES GREAT TEACHING, WHAT MAKES GREAT LEADERSHIP AND WHAT MAKES A GREAT SCHOOL. AS SUCH, WE HAVE A VERY STRONG PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFER, FURTHER AMPLIFIED BY BEING PART OF THE COGNITA FAMILY OF SCHOOLS. JUST AS WE FOCUS ON WELLBEING AND HAPPINESS OF CHILDREN, SO TO FOR COLLEAGUES, BUILDING WHAT WE DO ON THE PERMA MODEL OF AUTHENTIC HAPPINESS. AS SUCH, OUR STAFF RETENTION IS VERY HIGH AND OUR STAFF SURVEY RESULTS ARE WORLD CLASS. OUR COMMITMENT IN THESE AREAS HAS BEEN RECOGNISED IN RECENT YEARS WITH THE AWARD OF THE HAPPIEST SCHOOL IN THE UAE (SCHOOLS COMPARED) AND STAFF WELLBEING INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR (TES INTERNATIONAL) AS WELL AS REGULARLY MAKING THE TOP SCHOOLS IN DUBAI LIST (WHICH SCHOOLS ADVISOR).

Take a look at our website and social media accounts to see what a truly exceptional place it is to learn and to work:
www.horizonschooldubai.com
www.instagram.com/horizonschooldubai

The Horizon community is very special and much admired too. A community that thrives on challenge, innovation, wellbeing and fun. As an Arabic Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our students’ learning journey in the classroom.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, imaginative, and energetic individual with a patient and nurturing approach. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the teacher with classroom activities.
• Work closely with children on a one-to-one basis and in groups.
• Leading intervention groups.
• Helping to prepare enabling learning environments; inside and outside that respond the children’s needs and interests.
• Model the HES Values in all language and interactions.
• Comply with and demonstrate an active commitment to safeguarding policies, procedures and code of conduct.
• Take a proactive and professional approach to school life and professional development.
• Undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested.