Eal Teaching Assistant

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At Tenby Schools Penang, part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP)—a global network of 85+ schools across 23 countries—we are proud to offer an international and cosmopolitan learning environment.
Our diverse campus hosts students from over 30 countries, providing them with a world-class education in a state-of-the-art facility.
With nearly 60 years of pioneering experience in international education in Malaysia, Tenby Schools Penang has established a reputation for excellence in staff development and delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
What sets us apart is our unique integration of a Private Malaysian School and an International School, fostering a truly unified and inclusive educational experience.
Located on the island of Penang, we are one of the leading schools in the region.
If you're looking for a vibrant, progressive, and supportive school community, we encourage you to explore more about Tenby Schools Penang.
We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence in education.
ISP Malaysia
ISP Malaysia operates the Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools where we are strategically located covering the Klang Valley, Perak, Penang and Johor within Malaysia.
Our experience in education excellence helps us provide amazing learning experiences for students as young as 3 years up to 18 years old.
Our schools in Malaysia follow the international school curriculum comprising IGCSE and A-levels, starting at the kindergarten level, while 5 of the schools also offer the Malaysian National Curriculum.
While the national and international schools and classrooms are separated, facilities and non-curricular activities are shared between the schools.
With over 8,500 students, we have a 60-year history in the country providing education to students and have gained a reputation for excellence and high standards in education.
A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognised and valued.
A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.
An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.
A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from non-academic staff.
Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
A commitment to employee well-being.
We also offer:
Tuition fees discount for children of employees
Medical outpatient and insurance benefits
Personal Accident insurance coverage
Generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)
ISP EAL Teaching Assistant Role Profile
Purpose of Role
EAL staff at Tenby Schools Penang are expected to ensure high quality educational support for all EAL students to improve English Language acquisition.
The post-holder is expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate professional manner at all times to support and foster the aims of the School and SLT.
Successful applicants will need to use initiative to produce resources that support students in mainstream classes, enabling them to access the lessons that are planned by the teachers.
Begin with our children and students.Our children and students are at the heart of what we do.
Simply, their success is our success.
Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning.
Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect.We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively.We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference.
We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Learn continuously.Getting better is what drives us.
We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP EAL Teaching Assistant Key Responsibilities
Leading small groups of pupils within a whole class setting that is led and managed by a member of the teaching staff
Establishing relationships with other staff members in order to support work of pupils
Attending staff meetings and contributing to the development of the school
Assisting teachers in developing resources for lessons to ensure accessibility for EAL students
Preparing and developing resources for learning activities
Reporting on the progress made by pupils
Improve English Language acquisition across both the primary and secondary sections of the school.
Ensure that the EAL needs of individual students are met
Ensure that EAL support is holistic and cross-curricular where appropriate
Ensure that parents have clear and accurate information about their child's progress.
Knowledge and Understanding: (Training will be given.)
Become familiar with the schemes of learning in a range of subjects in Key Stage, in order to develop resources to ensure the learning is accessible for EAL students.
Be familiar with Health and Safety issues and Behaviour Management Plan for individual students, where applicable.
Be familiar with the referral process for learning support at Tenby Schools Penang and the identification and assessment of EAL needs.
Planning for support:
The post holder will provide inclusive and appropriate support for students for whom English is an additional language
Plan and develop differentiated approaches to facilitate access to the curriculum for bilingual students.
Where circumstances require, participate in co-operative/partnership teaching, individual student support and/or small group collaborative learning.
Collaborate with the Head of Learning Support, teachers, parents and others to ensure that EAL students receive the most appropriate support and resources.
Monitoring, Assessment, Recording and Reporting:
The EAL teaching assistant will be accountable to the Head of Learning Support for professional and operational matters.
Support the assessment and reporting of the development of bilingual students in collaboration with class teachers and others where appropriate.
Participate in future planning, raising achievement and individual review of EAL students.
Encourage and promote students' bilingualism and positive links between home and school.
Contribute to staff development on the most appropriate strategies, approaches, and resources for EAL students.
Other Professional Requirements:
Set a good example to students through presentation, personal and professional conduct, following the School dress code for all staff.
Be proactive in matters relating to health and safety.
Be aware of child protection and safety procedures.
Be well organised, proactive and manage time effectively.
Support the School's behaviour code and uniform regulations.
Have a working knowledge of school policies and procedures.
Participate in meetings which may relate to the curriculum, administration or organisation of the School, including pastoral issues and arrangements.
Establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with colleagues.
Build and maintain co-operative relationships with parents and students.
Undertake other duties as the Principal may reasonably direct.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
Appropriate child-focused qualification (eg nursery nursing, teaching assistant qualification)
At least two to three years' relevant experience in a school setting (desirable)
A passion for children and a belief in the education of the 'whole child'
High levels of professionalism and care for children
Excellent oral and written English
Have excellent classroom practice or demonstrate the potential to develop this
The ability to speak Korean or Mandarin would be an advantage but is not essential
You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
Collaboration.Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.
Learning & Getting Better.Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.
Innovation Leadership.Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.
Outcome driven.Can be counted on to find solutions.
Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
Resilience.Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
Community Focus.Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
Integrity & Ethical Management.Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.
Leading & Inspiring Others.Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.
Understanding People.Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.
Influencing & Communication.Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.
Agile.Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness.Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.
Planning & Decision Making.Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
Diversity & Equity.Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics.
Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr