Learning Support Assistant - High School Special Needs Program

What You’ll Do:
As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in our ED Program (Embracing Different), you’ll provide one-to-one support for a high school student with special educational needs. You'll work as a key member of our Learning Support team, collaborating with subject teachers, specialist staff, therapists, and parents to ensure the student receives the personalised support they need to succeed academically and socially.

Your role is crucial in helping the student access the mainstream curriculum, develop independence, and thrive in all aspects of school life.

Your responsibilities include:

• Building a caring, respectful, and supportive relationship with your assigned student.

• Working closely with teachers to implement a consistent, structured learning plan.

• Providing academic and emotional support throughout lessons, break times, and school routines.

• Adapting materials and approaches to meet the student's unique learning needs.

• Encouraging self-confidence, independence, and positive peer interactions.

• Applying strategies from professional development directly in the classroom setting.

Who We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a dedicated, patient, and proactive professional with a genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting young people with diverse needs.

You’ll support the student and school team by:

• Being dependable, fully engaged, and present throughout the school day.

• Implementing strategies from the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).

• Offering clear instructions, visual aids, and hands-on support when needed.

• Promoting emotional regulation and fostering a positive mindset.

• Communicating clearly and regularly with parents, teachers, and therapists.

• Supporting the student during field trips, school events, and extracurricular activities.

• To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be:

• Open to ongoing professional learning and new strategies.

• Calm, compassionate, and resilient in the face of challenges.

• A team player with a strong belief in equity and inclusion.

Required:

• Fluency in Thai and English, with a strong understanding of Thai culture.

• Legal right to work in Thailand.

Why Join Us?

• At St Andrews International School Bangkok, we believe in supporting every learner to reach their potential. As a valued member of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Ongoing professional development within the Nord Anglia Education global network.

• A warm, inclusive school culture that values individuality.

• Partnerships with world-leading institutions like The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF.

Application Process:
Interested candidates, please submit a letter of application and your CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

For further information, please contact: [email protected]