Individual Learning Support Assistant - August 2026

Repton Al Barsha is seeking to recruit an outstanding ILSA for August 2026.About Cognita:Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.About Repton Al BarshaRepton Al Barsha currently educates students from Nursery (FS1) to Year 11 and will be growing year on year through to Year 13.We are a well-resourced Apple Distinguished School with exceptional sporting facilities, seeking to achieve the best from every pupil both academically and in extra-curricular activities which is a key aspect of the school program.The school was rated Very Good with several outstanding features in the most recent DSIB inspection.Repton Al Barsha boasts state of the art facilities and is situated at the heart of ‘New Dubai’ in the Dubai Science Park, Barsha South. It offers the academic rigour of the UK National Curriculum within an inclusive family environment. The School is built on the twin foundations of academic excellence and the highest standards of pastoral care.Main purpose:• To assist and support a pupil with additional learning needs in a one to one capacity.Main duties and responsibilities:• Provide 1:1 support for the identified pupil across all areas of the curriculum• Ensure that the pupil can integrate as fully as possible in the activities generally undertaken by the other children in the class• Contribute to the child’s overall progress in all areas of the curriculum• Take responsibility for implementing the targets outlined on the pupil’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) in liaison with the class teacher and Head of InclusionSupporting the pupil• Provide learning support for the pupil within the classroom and in withdrawal situations, either 1:1 or small groups• To develop knowledge of the particular needs of the child and seek advice from the Head of Inclusion, class teacher and external agencies• Aid access to the full range of learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom and provide modified materials as required• Make or modify resources as suggested and advised by the Head of Inclusion and class teacher• Be involved in the planning and preparation of day to day class activities• Organise and maintain an inclusive learning environment both in the classroom and outside• Motivate and encourage the pupil in all lessons• Provide positive praise and reinforcement• Facilitate inclusion in small group activities with peers and support interaction between themSupporting the Class Teacher and Head of Inclusion• Work as part of the team to ensure that the well being and personal development of the pupil enhances their learning opportunities and life skills• Attend planning meetings with appropriate staff to develop individual learning programmes• Provide regular feedback to the class teacher and Head of Inclusion regarding the pupil’s progress• Take an active role in the creation of the child’s individual targets on their IEP• Contribute to the pupil’s termly review meetingsSupporting the School• Foster links between home and school• Understand and apply the school policies on learning and behaviour, and the Statutory guidelines relating to disability discrimination and special educational needs• Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the pupil’s needs but have regard to the safeguarding procedures of the school• Carry out additional duties as directed by the Head of InclusionContract terms: 10-month contract Package: AED 6,000 per month Applicant required to be on own visa sponsorships. A work permit will be provided. To support your application please include a current, up to date CV.The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.Safeguarding Statement:Cognita and the Repton Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 5 years