Young Learner Assistant (Hourly Paid)

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Role Purpose:

We are looking for Hourly-Paid Teaching Assistant (Young Learners) in British Council Taipei. The role involves supporting classroom learning, assisting the Teacher, and supervising Young Learners during breaks, pick-up and drop-off. It also includes ensuring all Young Learners, parents/guardians, and visitors have identification badges while on the Teaching Centre premises and always following Safeguarding and Health & Safety guidelines.

Suitable for candidates at the beginning of their careers who are eager to learn and grow professionally

The job holder should be able to work at least 16 hours (4 shifts) within a week, must available on Wednesday and Friday afternoon and work on weekends.

Role accountabilities:

As part of our expectations for general performance, staff should arrive punctually (30 minutes before class), wear the British Council vest, and remain respectful of others during breaks by not causing disruptions. Vigilance is essential—reading or using phones while on duty is discouraged. Team members are expected to attend at least one training session per term, speak English whenever possible, ask questions when uncertain, and maintain a professional yet positive rapport with young learners (e.g., firm but not harsh communication, avoiding physical contact like picking children up). In terms of safeguarding, all staff must help ensure a safe environment for under-18s by checking student and adult badges, completing the pick-up register accurately, reporting concerns promptly, and ensuring children are always supervised. During class, staff should actively support teachers by understanding expectations, monitoring learners, and contributing to a supportive learning atmosphere.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essentials:

• Good spoken and written English

Desirables:

• Previous experience of working with kids aged 5-12 years old
• Good Mandarin speaking and listening 

Important information:

• Right to work: Candidate must have right to work in Taiwan
• Salary: NT$190 per hour
• Start Date: ASAP
• Working hours: 16 hours per week depending on operational needs and availability of candidates.
• Working location: Taipei
• Contract type: Indefinite contract
• Role: Hourly Paid role
• The job holder should be able to work with us at least one year or longer.

Closing date: 30 June 2025 (23.59 TST)

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org