Job Title: Learning and Teaching Assistants (FS/KS1 and KS2)
Salary: Competitive
Contract Type: Full Time
Contract Term: Fixed Term
Workplace (Secondary/Primary): Primary
Job Start Date: August 2025

About Us

Dubai English Speaking School (DESS) is a well-established, thriving, not-for-profit provider of primary education (3-11 years). DESS is the oldest British curriculum school in Dubai and is always at the cutting edge of new developments in education. Building on our outstanding reputation, we are very excited to be opening a brand new DESS Primary School in Academic City, adjacent to our DESS College. We are therefore now looking for new Learning and Teaching Assistants to join us at both our existing site and our new site. Our Learning and Teaching Assistants are a vital part of our teaching and learning team as they seek to develop the whole child and foster a genuine love of learning. Please visit our school website to understand more about what makes our school community so special.

For more information please visit our Website.

About the Role

For a comprehensive understanding of the role and its requirements, we encourage you to review our detailed job description.

About You

• Ideally candidates should be UK educated and have a CACHE certification.
• Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Assistant would be an advantage.
• Embrace the opportunity to contribute positively to our school's vision.
• Champion inclusive education, ready to meet the diverse needs of every child.
• Excel in interpersonal skills and thrive on building effective partnerships with all stakeholders.

What We Offer

• An exciting and fulfilling role in a happy and caring close-knit community.
• Competitive salary.
• In house training.
• End of service gratuity in line with UAE Labour Law.

Application Process

• To apply for this position, please visit our Careers Page
• Only fully completed application forms will be accepted.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Safer Recruitment Statement

DESS is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that includes: verification of qualifications, birth certificate and passport; obtaining two satisfactory references (including current / most recent employer and two previous employers); providing a Police Certificate(s) for the last five years from all countries that the applicant has resided in; Prohibition Checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during an interview and may be explored further.

DESS welcomes applications from UAE Nationals who have the relevant qualifications and experience.