British International School

Intensive Needs Support Assistant (Local Hire) - Al Hamra Campus - Required Immediately

Closing date of applications
15th March 2026
Start date
1st March 2026
Date Contract Ends
Unknown

Subject
Whole school
Role
Teaching Assistant
Level
Ages 4-18 / Whole School
Curriculum
English National
Positions available
1
Contract type
Permanent
Vacancy type
Full Time
Salary
TA Payscale

2 or more years experience

BISR is a well‑regarded, not‑for‑profit, co‑educational institution in the Middle East, serving students aged 3‑18 across multiple campuses. Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and a British School Overseas (BSO), BISR is a member of BSME, AoBSO, HMC, and COBIS. Following the English curriculum, we offer a holistic learning experience with a strong pastoral care focus. We are seeking to appoint an Intensive Needs Support Assistant to join the Support for Learning Team and provide a high quality educational experience to students, particularly supporting Key Stage 1.

• Be enthusiastic, highly motivated, with a strong track record in similar roles.
• Provide evidence of previous learning experience working with children.
• Be proactive in providing learning support to primary and/or senior students in mainstream classes, small groups, and 1:1 basis.
• Show confidence working with young children inside and outside the classroom.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and ability to collaborate with stakeholders.
• Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.
• Hold KSA residency status.

• Highly motivated and engaged students driven to achieve.
• A supportive community based on collaboration and mutual respect.
• A learning‑focused environment committed to continuous professional growth.
• Passionate colleagues dedicated to high‑quality learning experiences and student well‑being.

Key Dates:
Closing date for applications – Sunday, 15th March 2026. To apply, follow the link:  and provide a supporting statement following the guidelines. For non‑teaching roles, applicants must register as a qualified teacher on InTeachers to complete the application. Comprehensive background checks are required for all staff. BISR reserves the right to make an earlier appointment if a suitable candidate is identified.

BISR teachers should possess the following:

• Qualifications: Qualified Teacher status, Certificate of Education (PGCE or
  
  B.Ed), relevant training/qualifications, appreciation of a British school's demands internationally, commitment to co‑curricular life, intercultural awareness, responsibility for holistic growth.
• Experience: Experience in UK and international contexts, teaching within a Key Stage or subject, positive behavior management strategies, planning for diverse learning needs, curriculum development, assessment, second language experience or willingness to train.
• Skills and Abilities: Detailed knowledge of English National Curriculum, creative teaching, collaboration, organizational, communication, time management, assessment for learning strategies, desire to develop across curriculum.
• Personal Qualities: Warmth, sense of humor, flexibility, team player, commitment to professional development, co‑curricular participation, high expectations, empathy.

BISR values a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, committed to equality of opportunity and a respectful environment for all.