ELS Teaching Assistant

Location:

Cape Town, ZA

Date: 11 Dec 2024

Application closing date:

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

OUR SCHOOL:

Reddam House Constantia is located in the beautiful Constantia Valley, opposite the award winning Steenberg vineyard and golf estate. Welcoming children from Stage 1 to Grade 12, we are a top performing IEB school that excels in equipping our students to thrive after school. We nurture individuality, talent and self-assurance in a secure, relaxed, self-disciplined environment. Our school is fully equipped with a variety of premium academic, cultural and sporting facilities that promote student success.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work alongside the teacher, to ensure the lessons are of a high standard
Work alongside the teacher, to ensure the classroom environment in inviting
Establish a teaching environment that is nurturing, and which promotes engaged learning.
Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, standards of work and students’ homework.
Be open to continuously develop ones teaching through personal and school wide professional development.
Assist with the Holiday Care programme
Produce resources of a high standard for students.
Respond to e-mails and telephone messages from parents within 24 hours.
Show loyalty to all facets of Reddam House.
Attend all special occasions at the discretion of the relevant Head.
The post holder is required to undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head/line manager determine.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Able to set clear expectations and stretching goals
Team player, who is willing to work with colleagues
An understanding of young children
Ability to judge learning effectiveness
Excellent preparation and planning, alongside the teacher
Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare
A minimum of 3 years’ experience with students in an Early learning School
Previous experience in a school environment
Relevant ECD certificate
Appropriate right to work.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com