HLTA for Learning Support - SEN. October Start- Local hire post only

DESS is the premier not-for-profit school in Doha with an outstanding reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. DESS was rated as Outstanding by PENTA International in March 2023 and was the QBBFs Organisation of the Year 2017. The school is sponsored by the British Embassy and is a proud member of IAPS, COBIS and BSME. We are a dynamic preparatory school with a clear direction having learning at the heart of our mission. Our children represent 31 nations (90% British) and together generate a culture of success and enjoyment. Learning is led by an excellent group of adults who work in teams to achieve the highest standards academically as well as providing a very happy working environment.

We are seeking an HLTA (Higher Level Teaching Assistant)

Responsibilities

Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN)

Support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health needs

Promote high standards of behaviour

Aid with the development and delivery of individual educational and support plans

Preferred Experience

EYFS experience

\ Benefits

A supportive team

Excellent facilities

Term‑time working

We look forward to receiving your application. Candidates must promote high standards and expectations and be committed to contributing to the further development of the school.

Please note that all successful applicants will need to provide an ICPC certificate for UK passport holders, and police clearance for any country resided in over the last ten years. Copy of birth and marriage certificates and certified copies of their original Education Certificate(s) duly notarised and attested by a notary public in their country of issue. These must be stamped by the Qatar Embassy in the country of issue and then the MoFA stamped in Qatar. Advice can be provided by the school regarding how these can be obtained.

DESS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and ICPC / Police Clearance certificates will be required.

Please apply using the online application by the 30th of September 2025 at 1.00 pm.

Please note that if you are longlisted you may be asked to answer two video questions. Please check your emails regularly.

Employment Details

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : Years

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