Teaching Assistant

About the role

Inspired Education is recruiting a caring, enthusiastic and proactive Teaching Assistant to join Northfields International School's team in Labourdonnais, Mauritius. The assistant supports teaching and learning and works closely with class teachers to create a safe, engaging and positive learning environment that promotes curiosity, independence and wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging, inclusive and child-centred learning experiences.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support progress.
• Help create and maintain a stimulating, well-organised and inclusive classroom environment.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and social development using supportive approaches.
• Assist in observing, recording and sharing student progress with teaching staff.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs where required.
• Supervise pupils during break times, lunch, school trips and events.
• Assist with preparation of learning materials, classroom displays and resources.
• Contribute to classroom routines, transitions and day-to-day organisation.
• Uphold safeguarding, behaviour and child protection policies at all times.

Required profile

• School Certificate with at least five credits.
• Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
• Teaching Diploma or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Strong subject knowledge in the relevant teaching area.
• Ability to assess and evaluate student learning effectively.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, a growth mindset and a demonstrated commitment to high standards of student welfare.

Required skills

• Experience using technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Ability to set clear expectations and establish challenging goals.