Teaching Assistant

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 100 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 80,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst. In over 24 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 12,000 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.ROLE SUMMARY:Colégio Internacional de Vilamoura (CIV) is the educational institution (Pre-school, Basic Education and Secondary Education) with the most prestigious national and Cambridge curricula in the South of Portugal. Integrated into a unique natural environment, with a recreational space of around 18,500m2, over the last 40 years it has developed an educational model that focuses on the early learning of foreign languages ​​(Portuguese, English and French), research and educational priorities supported by democratic and humanist values. This is an exciting time to join the team as we are designing our growth roadmap and new staff will be able to actively participate in this project. While this is an organisation committed to academic excellence, we believe that this is only possible if we are also committed to the personal and professional growth of our staff. Vilamoura International School is looking for an enthusiastic and Talented Teaching Assistant to join our team in September 2024. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support for Learning Activities. Support Children's Development. Prepare, deliver and evaluate teaching and learning activities under the direction of a teacher. Observe and report on pupil performance (classroom, specialist lessons, dining room and playground). Support children's play and learning. Promote positive behavior. Contribute to supporting bilingual/multilingual pupils. Support pupils with specific learning needs. Classroom displays. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: University degree in appropriate subject. Excellent subject knowledge, ensuring good progress for all students. A vision for what outstanding teaching and learning looks like. Excellent organisational skills. Adaptable teaching style incorporating feedback. A positive attitude and approach to change and development. Genuine care and attention for the highest standards of student welfare. Confidence with use of ICT in teaching. A continuous improvement mindset. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENTInspired 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 #LINK