1 to 1 Learning Assistant. The British School of Vilnius

• To work under the direct instruction of the class teacher to support the teaching and learning activities in the classroom.
• To provide general support to the class teacher in the organisation and management of pupils and the classroom.
• To assist the teacher in creating and maintaining a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment.
• To support the inclusion of all pupils, ensuring they have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
• Start date – as soon as possible
• IMPORTANT – campus address – Miškadvario g. 6, Vilnius.

• Great level of English, both spoken and written;
• High School Diploma, a degree in Pre-School/Primary Education or relevant field preferred OR a Child Nursing;
• Experience in education and/ or child development;
• Competent with IT systems, familiarity with office technology (printing, scanning etc);
• Proactive, energetic and enthusiastic, ability to remain calm and think clearly under pressure;
• A friendly disposition with a professional attitude;
• Legally authorised to work in Lithuania.

1. To work under the direction of the class teacher supporting individuals or groups of pupils. The role will involve assisting pupils to understand the activity, using appropriate strategies to keep pupils ‘on task’ and engaged in the learning.
2. To assist the pupils with personal needs, as appropriate.
3. To provide support for pupils emotional and social needs by encouraging and modelling positive behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
4. To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.

Support to teachers:

5. To prepare the classroom with basic resources and equipment as directed by the teacher and assist the pupils in their use.
6. To be aware of pupil problems, progress, achievements and report to the teacher as appropriate.
7. To provide general clerical support to the teacher, as appropriate e.g. photocopying, laminating, filing etc.

Support to the school:

8. To assist with the general pastoral care of pupils, including helping pupils who are unwell, distressed or unsettled.
9. To be aware of school policies and procedures concerning working with children and report any concerns to an appropriate named person
10. To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson time, but within both the school day and contracted hours as necessary for their safety.
11. To accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits and out of school activities as required.
12. To attend relevant meetings and participate in training opportunities and professional development.
13. To adhere to the school Health and Safety and Safeguarding policies including risk assessment and safety systems.
14. To adhere to school policy on Equality and Diversity.

Support for the curriculum

15. To assist with the development of basic Literacy, Numeracy and ICT skills and to support their use in learning activities.
16. To undertake broadly similar duties commensurate with the level of the post as required by the Headmaster.

• Work in the state-of-the-art and well-resourced new campus located in the fast developing Vilnius Innovation and Industrial Park (Miškadvario g. 6, Vilnius);
• Competitive salary;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Vibrant international professional community;
• Extended holiday entitlement;
• STAFF SHUTTLE BUS;
• School Lunches.

Work life balance

Extra paid vacation

Transport
Tansportation form/to job compensation Free parking

Please contact the headmaster at   +370 52 33 88 55,    info@britishschool.lt