JOB TITLE: CLASSROOM ASSISTANTLinks to: Year Leader, Deputy Head of Primary School and Head of Primary SchoolWHO ARE WENexus 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.WHO ARE WE LOOKING FORAt 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 DESCRIPTIONUnder 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 RESPONSIBILITIESSupport the classroom teacher to maintain a safe, healthy and stimulating learning environmentSupport the personal and social development of learnersHelp 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 feedbackEnsuring the learners are able to use the equipment and materials providedAssisting in motivating and encouraging the learners as requiredContributing to areas requiring reinforcement or development, such as language development and positive engagementPromoting independent learningAssume responsibility for supervising groups of children, or individual children on specified activities, including learning tasks, library activities, CCAs, school trips and use of ITProvide 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 toiletingLiaise with the School Nurse for administration of first aid/medicine where necessaryAssist the classroom teacher in checking communication books and recording class attendance on a daily basisAssist with basic record-keeping, including collecting evidence of learning on individual learners, such as taking photographs and making observationsAssist in the efficient preparation, maintenance and use of classroom teaching materials and equipment, including organising the use of AV and IT equipment, photocopying and laminatingAttend staff meetings, participate in performance management arrangements and undertake training and development activitiesBe willing to attend and become involved in any professional development opportunities, and adopt an attitude of professional reflection and continuous improvementQUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSMinimum high school (12 years of schooling) qualificationA relevant higher level qualification is desirableAt least two (2) years of relevant working experienceA demonstrated and genuine passion for education and a desire to facilitate children's learningPossess strong IT skills and knowledge, for example Apple devices and Google applicationsCommunicate effectively in Standard English both orally and in writingEstablish and maintain positive learning-focused relationships with colleagues, learners and parentsTo 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 learnersUnderstanding and knowledge of principles and practice of inclusion and restorative justiceResilient 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.
