Student Support Teacher (SEN - Elementary School) - August 2026

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Deliver the required curriculum with accurate and up-to-date knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Plan and deliver quality lessons to motivate students and create appropriate materials and classroom environment for different learning styles.
• Show written evidence of planning and preparation on request and maintain records of curriculum and year plans, attendance, teaching resources and assessment plans.
• Ensure GEMS policies, procedures and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
• Teach students according to individual needs using strategies for late-entering students, ESL, low academic ability, gifted and talented, etc.
• Set and mark work and assess, record and report on academic development, progress and attainment.
• Display competence in using media and technology in the classroom.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of students and provide guidance on educational matters.
• Communicate with persons outside the school where appropriate, such as Ministry of Education officials.
• Participate in appraisal and performance management procedures and continuing professional development (CPD).
• Work alongside colleagues on preparation and development of teaching materials, resources, courses of study and pastoral arrangements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in and lead where appropriate co-curricular and extra-curricular programmes and promote good working relationships.
• Monitor and supervise safe and appropriate student behavior and manage disruptive behavior.
• Model and encourage cultural awareness and understanding and promote a love of learning.
• Assist in planning and organising school events and functions such as inter-house competitions, concerts, school plays and prize days.
• Communicate and meet with parents regularly, keeping them informed of student progress while respecting confidentiality.
• Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day where tasks require additional commitment.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Perform other duties as requested by reporting line managers/supervisors.

Candidate Requirements

• Embody and role model core values of respect, innovation, leadership, purpose and tenacity.
• Hold a B.Ed or Bachelors degree in relevant field with PGCE/PGDE or equivalent L5 teaching qualification (SPED, EAL, ELL etc.).
• Knowledge of the use of ICT in schools to aid teaching and learning.
• Skilled teacher with solid commitment to teaching and learning and strong subject knowledge in relevant area.
• Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with students and colleagues and contribute to wider school life.
• Has at least 2 years teaching experience in relevant subject area/age group.

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