Full Time Personal Learning Assistant (External Provider) - Primary Campus Jobs, in The Alice Smith School WP Kuala Lumpur - Maukerja

Our Purpose at The Alice Smith School

According to the words of our school song: ‘Soon there were two, who were joined by a few’. Alice Smith started a movement with just two people. That single brave act sparked a positive chain reaction. She inspired other families to join her on her journey, creating a nurturing environment for generations of learners and a home away from home for thousands of families.

In that same vein, we keep the Alice Smith spirit alive by building a nurturing community that encourages our students to explore the world with courage, curiosity and compassion. 

To build a better world together.

Our purpose is embedded through our three strategic pillars:

Our People

We are a diverse collective of experts and curious minds, working together to push the boundaries of education to lead learning for an ever-changing world.

Our Students

We encourage students to explore different paths with courage and curiosity, in an environment that empowers them to make an impact as their best self.

Our World

We are a supportive, connected community that innovates, explores and learns together.

The Opportunity (Overview of the role)

The Personal Learning Assistant (PLA) is engaged as an external provider (not employed by the Alice Smith School) and will work under the guidance of the class teacher and the Learning Support Key Worker and within an agreed system of supervision. The role of a PLA is to provide personalised support to ensure that the student can participate positively in the school environment. The PLA will work closely with the student and collaborate with teachers, Learning Support staff and parents to ensure the student’s academic, social, and emotional development is well supported.

Responsibilities/duties:

Support for the Student

• Foster a safe, secure, and supportive learning environment that encourages student growth and independence.

• Provide 1:1 support to the assigned student in and out of the classroom, helping them engage with the curriculum, complete tasks and make positive behaviour choices 

• Support the student during social interactions with peers to promote positive relationships and social skills.

• Work with the Learning Support Keyworker,  teachers and other professionals to create and implement strategies to support the student’s learning

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the team to ensure a holistic approach to student support.

• Ensure the safety of the student at all times, including during transitions between lessons, specialist lessons and trips.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress, support strategies, and any interventions provided, in line with the requirements set by the Learning Support key-worker.

Support for the Teacher

• Work closely with the class teacher to modify learning strategies, materials and tasks as needed.

• Provide feedback to the teacher and Learning Support key-worker on student progress and any areas requiring further support.

• Observe and monitor student responses during learning activities.

• Ensure that records are updated regularly and are accessible for review during PLA meetings.

All staff are responsible for ensuring that safeguarding is central to everything we do, adopting a whole-school approach. Please refer to the Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy available on our website. 

Safe Recruitment Practices:

As a school with a diverse collective of experts, we uphold recruitment protocols that adhere to the highest possible international standards. We conduct thorough pre-employment checks on candidate references and verify qualifications. If you require further information regarding the School's 'Pre-Appointment Checks,' please liaise with our People and Culture representative, as the process may vary for individuals of different nationalities.

We prioritise the careful scrutiny of checks as they are essential in ensuring a safe and secure environment for our students. By maintaining stringent recruitment practices, we aim to provide a nurturing and protected learning environment for all our students.

The duties and responsibilities of this post may vary from time to time according to the changing demands of the school. This job description may be reviewed at the reasonable discretion of the Head of School and school leadership in the light of those changing requirements and in consultation with the post holder.

Selection Criteria (Only required when hiring): 

Essential

• Practical experience supporting children or young people.

• The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students, teachers, and parents, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work well as part of a team with teachers, other support staff and parents.

• A friendly nature - empathetic and willing to adapt to best support the student 

• An understanding of how technology can be used to personalise learning, differentiate instruction, and assess student progress.

Desirable

• Degree in Education or Psychology

• Experience working in a school environment 

• Training in specific areas, such as autism, dyslexia, or other specific learning difficulties.

• Experience of using Google Workspace and/or Seesaw.

Applications must be submitted by 1st October 2026. The selection committee will conduct shortlisting on an ongoing basis during the application period and for up to one week after, so early applications are encouraged. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to complete a video presentation prior to either an online interview or a second interview on campus.