Assistant Teacher, Junior School (with immediate start. fluent in English and Kazakh Language) on temporary basis.

Haileybury Almaty prioritises the safety and wellbeing of our community and expects all staff to share the same commitment. Our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy outlines the measures we have in place to ensure the safety of all students. As part of our safer recruitment process, online searches, extensive checks and references will be conducted.

Haileybury Almaty is an equal opportunity employer and as such treats all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination

As an international British independent school in Almaty, we are looking for a Assistant Teacher, Reception (4 year old pupils) Junior School. The starting date of new employee is preliminary early May 2026.

If you are a dedicated, professional practitioner who is passionate about leading the learning of young children through play, we would welcome your application for this role. An understanding of the importance of Early Years education is essential and would benefit your application.

You will be involved in the day to day education and care of children aged 5-8. This involves the development of language, literacy, maths and personal and social skills, through guided play, specific learning programmes and adult led activities.

Ideally, you would have previous experience and/or hold qualifications in Early Years Education, in addition to being able to converse at ease with staff, families and professionals in accurate spoken English. Candidates should also have strong written and IT skills.

A commitment to continued professional development is essential, as you work alongside a supportive and enthusiastic team.

Requirements:

1. Assist in the educational and social development of pupils under the direction and guidance of the Class Teachers,Year/ Phase Leaders and SLT.

2. Assist the teacher during the lesson by providing support for individual pupils in the classroom.

3. Teach groups of pupils under the direction of the teacher.

4. Interested in the development of young people and willing to be adaptable to support their needs.

5. Provide consistent and effective support for specialist teachers.

6. Provide support for individual pupils inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.

7. Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for pupils and help monitor their progress.

8. Support pupils with emotional or behavioral problems and help develop their social skills.

9. Support pupils who do not speak English as a first language.

10. Encourage pupils to interact with each other in English.

Person Specification:

• A good level of English ( Upper-Intermediate, Advanced ) and fluent Kazakh languages.
• Teaching experience at Reception class (4 year old pupils)
• Teaching Qualification (Diploma in pedagogical direction only).
• IELTS certificate 6.5 or above is preferable.
• Proven successful experience of working with children in an educational setting
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to communicate effectively with a range of people
• Excellent listening skills
• Well organized and practical
• Ability to diffuse conflict
• Calm under pressure
• Able to form and maintain a range of Teaching and Learning strategies
• Able to form and maintain appropriate professional relationships and boundaries with children and parents
• Able to deal with sensitive information in a confidential manner
• provided CV in English is desirable

Applications are available till April 24, 2026 . Please send your CVs in English language if possible and indicate your salary expectations in KZT (net).