Inclusion Learning Support Assistant - Prep

Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai

The Royal Grammar School Guildford Dubai is seeking an exceptional Inclusion Learning Support Assistant (Prep School) to join our team from March 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a school where inclusion is a strategic priority and where all staff are committed to ensuring every child reach their full potential. Our Inclusion LSAs work closely with class teachers, Inclusion Teachers, specialist therapists, and families to deliver high-quality, personalised support across the Prep School. The successful candidate will report to the Assistant Head Teacher for Inclusion (Whole School) and SENCO (Prep School).

About Cognita:

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East serving more than 85,000 students. While each school is proudly unique, we share a collective purpose: To help every student thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide small group and 1:1 support for students with Special Educational Needs, or those identified as requiring additional support.

• Deliver targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy, language acquisition, and social skills, carefully adapted to individual pupil profiles.

• Support pupils both in-class and in withdrawal sessions, using inclusive strategies and resources.

• Assist in implementing and reviewing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), behaviour support plans, and personalised learning goals, in collaboration with the Class Teacher and Inclusion Teacher.

• Motivate and encourage pupils in their learning and development, providing positive reinforcement and praise.

• Help to maintain a safe, organised and inclusive classroom environment.

• Communicate with parents and carers about progress and next steps, as directed by the Inclusion Teacher.

• Liaise with external specialists and therapists as part of a collaborative, wrap-around approach to pupil support.

• Foster pupil independence, confidence, and positive peer interactions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• CACHE level 3 / Diploma in Education or equivalent.

• Additional qualifications in Special Educational Needs are highly desirable.

Essential

• Excellent written and spoken English (fluent).

• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team.

• Excellent communication, organisation, and collaboration skills; and demonstrate a genuine resonance with the RGS values.

Knowledge

• Experience supporting students with a range of learning support needs.

• Awareness of inclusive teaching strategies and how to adapt them for individual learners.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with primary-aged pupils in a school setting, preferably in a British Curriculum context.

Application Information

Please submit an up-to-date CV along with a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for this role. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the school may interview and appoint ahead of the advertised closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

Cognita is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All new employees will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification verification, and full reference checks for the last five years of employment.