Learning Support Assistant

St Andrews International School Bangkok is one of 88 schools in the Nord Anglia Education (NAE) family. We offer a British educational curriculum with an international perspective that begins in Nursery and leads up to IGCSE examinations in Year 11, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate Diploma after completing Year 13. We are an inclusive school that invites children from all backgrounds and abilities to participate in the educational offerings on our diverse campus.

Founded in 1997 on an attractive, conveniently located site, with excellent facilities and access to local transportation. Today we have more than 2,400 students over a Primary School and High School campus, representing some 68 nationalities ranging from Foundation Stage to Year 13. Our state-of-the-art High School campus (next to Ekkamai BTS) opened in August 2017 giving our students the benefit of world-class teaching and facilities.

As part of the NAE family of schools, we are delighted to be able to offer some unique collaborations with world-class establishments, including the Juilliard School of Performing Arts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and UNICEF.

ABOUT THE ROLE

English Learning Support Assistants (ELSAs) are valued members of our English Department. They work alongside subject teachers to ensure that students' learning needs are met and that every student can access the curriculum fully. While specific students may be the focus, ELSAs support learning across the class and collaborate with the Learning Support Department to assist children with additional needs.

This is a dynamic and rewarding role that involves:

• Building caring, nurturing relationships with students

• Establishing effective partnerships with class and subject teachers

• Communicating professionally with parents and staff

• Developing an understanding of multiple curriculum areas

• Being aware of individual learning needs and adapting support accordingly

Key Responsibilities
ELSAs assist teachers in meeting students' needs by:

• Attending all lessons punctually and participating fully as directed by the EAL Coordinator or class teacher

• Reviewing lesson plans and adapting activities where needed

• Using communicative techniques to clarify language and content

• Supporting reading, writing, and comprehension tasks

• Encouraging positive behaviour and student interactions

• Promoting student independence and responsibility for learning

• Liaising with teachers on student progress

• Planning and leading small-group interventions

• Assisting during school trips, events, and activities

• Contributing to departmental projects and displays

Who We're Looking For

• Proficient in English (CEFR Level C1 / IELTS Band 6.5+ or equivalent)

• Experience teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) or English as a Foreign Language (EFL)

• Understanding of phonics and the Letters and Sounds framework

• Experience supporting students with learning differences such as ADHD, dyslexia, or mild autism

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an inclusive, nurturing school with a strong reputation for supporting students with special educational needs

• Join a dynamic international environment

• Contribute to our vibrant extra-curricular programme, offering after-school activities that extend learning or share personal passions

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
St Andrews International School Bangkok is one of over 80 schools in the Nord Anglia Education family. We offer a British educational curriculum with an international perspective from Nursery through IGCSE in Year 11 to the International Baccalaureate Diploma in Year 13.

We are an inclusive school welcoming students from all backgrounds and abilities. Founded in 1997 on an attractive, conveniently located site, we now have more than 2,000 students across our Primary and High School campuses, representing around 55 nationalities.

Our state-of-the-art High School campus, located next to the Ekkamai BTS station, offers world-class teaching and facilities. As part of Nord Anglia, we proudly collaborate with The Juilliard School, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and UNICEF, providing students with truly global learning opportunities.

Safeguarding Commitment
St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment and adhere to our Child Protection Code of Conduct. Appointments require at least two references (including one from the most recent employer), a ten-year criminal record check, and relevant DBS/Prohibition Order verifications.

For more information, please email

Human Resources
St Andrews International School Bangkok (High School Campus)
1020 Sukhumvit Road, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok 10110, Thailand

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.