Teaching Assistant (UAE National) – Full‑Time

About the role

GEMS Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support classroom teachers in Dubai. The role is open to UAE nationals and involves assisting with daily teaching activities, classroom management, and student care.

Key responsibilities

• Assist teachers with reading‑related activities and small‑group work.
• Prepare, tidy, and organise classroom materials and displays.
• Photocopy documents, create worksheets, and support lesson preparation.
• Cover the class briefly in emergencies and ensure a safe learning environment.
• Manage stock cupboards, distribute supplies, and maintain classroom order.
• Accompany children to the toilet and provide necessary personal care.
• Familiarise with curriculum elements such as literacy, numeracy and phonetics.
• Attend staff meetings, serve on committees, and uphold GEMS policies and codes of conduct.

Required profile

• UAE national.
• Good general education, especially in Maths and English.
• Strong communication skills with excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and relate well to children and colleagues.
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant or working with children is preferred.

Required skills

• ICT skills (basic computer literacy).