JS Specialist Teaching Assistant

NLCS (Singapore) believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success and that contributions should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities.

Therefore, this role description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the employee, nor NLCS (Singapore), to only the work identified. It is the expectation of the School that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our organisation.

Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School expects all teaching staff, non‐teaching staff and volunteers to share and uphold this commitment.

Each employee is personally responsible for their own acts of discrimination, harassment or victimisation carried out during their employment, whether or not the employer is also liable. Any attempt to instruct, cause or induce another person to discriminate, harass or victimise a third person will be subject to disciplinary action.

Summary of the Role

The Junior School Specialist Teaching Assistant (Art & Design) provides teaching, pastoral and administrative support for the Art & Design Department, under the guidance of the Head of Department and classroom teachers. The role requires initiative, flexibility and dedication, with a particular emphasis on the maintenance and management of spaces, resources and displays. When administrative duties are completed, the post-holder is expected to actively support teaching and learning in lessons.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Encourage a culture of respect, inclusion, diversity and equity, ensuring that all members of the School community feel valued, supported and represented.

• Provide support for individual students, both in lessons and in small groups, to enable full participation and progress in Art & Design activities.

• Assist with practical/higher-risk activities, ensuring safe and effective use of tools, equipment and materials.

• Prepare materials and equipment in advance of practical lessons and tidy away afterwards.

• Assist with demonstrations and examples as directed by teachers.

• Provide feedback to teachers on individual students' learning and pastoral needs.

• Help maintain an inclusive, positive and stimulating classroom environment.

Pastoral Care

• Demonstrate a caring, supportive attitude towards every student.

• Support classroom teachers and the Junior School Leadership Team in matters relating to behaviour and well-being.

• Supervise students in line with the School's Code of Conduct and pastoral policies.

• Record observations and provide feedback to teachers as appropriate.

Administrative and Resource Management

• Ensure all departmental materials, tools and equipment are well-maintained, safe and stored securely.

• Maintain and manage specialist technologies and resources.

• Oversee ordering and stock management of consumables and specialist resources.

• Prepare, mount and present displays of students' work in classrooms and wider School spaces.

• Photograph and document student work for departmental use and student portfolios.

• Assist with the organisation of events, exhibitions, visiting practitioners and trips.

Organisation and Communication

• Contribute to daily routines and assist with forward planning of Art & Design events and initiatives.

• Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents (where necessary), referring queries to teachers or the Head of Department as appropriate.

• Actively participate in departmental and whole-School meetings where relevant.

Professional Development

• Attend in-service training and professional development sessions to maintain knowledge of Art & Design processes, health and safety, and pedagogy.

• Keep accurate records of professional development in accordance with School requirements.

• Seek out training and support opportunities to enhance professional practice.

Safeguarding

• Abide by the School's safeguarding and child protection policies and keep abreast of any changes

• Remain alert to and report any safeguarding concerns in line with School procedures.

• Keep up to date with changes in safeguarding legislation and best practice.

• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards at all times.

Other Duties

• Understand and comply with all relevant School policies (health and safety, fire, emergency procedures, etc.).

• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the overall function of the role, commensurate with its responsibilities.