We are recruiting for a French Teaching Assistant to work within our Junior School, under the direction of the French Specialist Teacher. The Teaching Assistant's core purpose is to support the learning of children at all times and to ensure the work of the class teacher is fully supported. Duties will also include playground duties and the management of classroom organisation and resources. Teamwork, positivity and a ‘can-do approach’ are integral to this position. Also fundamental to the role are professionalism and the highest level of confidentiality.
Start Date: 20 August 2025
Location: Saar Campus
Hours: 07:30-14:45, Sunday-Thursday
Contract Type: Local Hire. No additional benefits
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- Excellent French - both spoken and written.
- Excellent English - both spoken and written.
- Previous experience working with children.
- Excellent computer proficiency skills.
- A proven ability to work effectively on their own initiative and collaboratively in a team environment
- A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to adults and children.
- A can-do attitude.
- A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.
Before submitting an application please read the Job Description which outlines the role, duties and responsibilities of the job.
Please note the following BEFORE you submit an application at St Christopher’s
- For our support staff vacancies, we require that applicants are already resident in Bahrain at the time of appointment.
- Bahraini nationals must not be registered as owning any businesses or hold any company sponsorships.
- Non-Bahraini nationals must have a dependent visa through their partner’s employer and your spouse must be registered with the LMRA.
- In order to satisfy Ministry of Education requirements we will need a copy of your educational certificates(s) - e.g. School Leavers Certificate: GCSE Certificate(s); A-level Certificate(s); Degree Certificate, with your School Leavers Certificate being the minimum that we can accept.
How to Apply
Please click the Apply Now button to submit your application, supporting statement and CV.
Closing date: Saturday 24 May 2025
It is our policy to obtain two professional references.
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
In alignment with Bahrain laws, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is integral to the values of St Christopher’s School. St Christopher’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care. We follow safe recruitment practices and appointments are subject to vetting including reference checks, identity and criminal record checks. Further details can be found in our Safeguarding Children and Safer Working Practice Policy.