Primary Teaching Assistant

CREATE YOUR FUTURE – JOIN OUR MANILA SCHOOL!

We’re seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant (Primary) to join our Manila school, a Nord Anglia Education school.

This role is open to internal candidates who:

• Have completed at least their first contract at their current school
• Have an agreement with their current school to transition

If you are ready to broaden your experience within Nord Anglia Education and take the next step in your professional journey, we would be delighted to hear from you.

ADVERT CLOSING DATE: 15 May 2026, Friday

ROLE START DATE: August 2026

CONTRACT TYPE: This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for one academic year (August 2026 to June 2027), with the potential to convert to a permanent contract.

ABOUT YOU

You will be adaptable, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced international school environment. You will hold a university degree and a recognised teaching qualification, along with relevant experience in a school setting.

You will be reflective and committed to continuous improvement, with a strong focus on supporting student progress and enhancing learning outcomes.

Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students.

To support the role of the teacher to deliver a high quality education that ensures all students succeed in a premium education setting.

See the Job Description here.

Essential

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education
• Valid license as Professional Teacher (PRC) in the Philippines
• At least 2 years experience working in Primary setting
• High levels of personal integrity
• Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard

Desirable

• Experience of working in international school setting
• Special Education background

Other Requirements

• Willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities and school events that support the holistic development of students.
• A professional demeanour, exemplifying integrity, respect, and responsibility as a role model for young adults.

ABOUT US

THE SCHOOL

Nord Anglia International School Manila (NAISM) is a warm, caring, and family-oriented community offering an inclusive and contemporary British international education from Pre-Nursery to Secondary, including IPC, Cambridge IGCSE, A-Levels, and BTEC. We are committed to developing the whole child—academically, pastorally, and socially—guided by the principles of Positive Education. With students at the centre of every decision, our outstanding teachers nurture each learner’s intellectual, emotional, social, and creative growth, inspiring them to flourish and achieve world-class academic success.

As part of Nord Anglia Education, NAISM provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth. Through our evidence-based Professional Learning Pathways, we remain at the forefront of innovative practice, ensuring our teachers are equipped to deliver excellent teaching and learning for every student in our care.

NORD ANGLIA EDUCATION

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading international schools organisation. Our 80+ international schools are located in the Americas, Europe, China, Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Together, they educate more than 90,000 students from kindergarten through to the end of secondary education. We are driven by one unifying philosophy: we are ambitious for our students, our people and our family of schools.

Our exclusive collaborations with prestigious institutions such as UNICEF, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), IMG Academy and the world-leading performing arts school Juilliard mean we’re at the forefront of educational thinking, while creating life-changing experiences for students.

BENEFITS

By joining Nord Anglia Education, you will become part of a committed and innovative team within the world’s leading premium schools group, and join a global network of like-minded professionals.

We encourage you to embrace our “Create your Future” mindset. You will benefit from a range of professional learning opportunities and experiences designed to support your growth, and you will be given the autonomy to develop your career.

Alongside a competitive package and high-quality training, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic international school environment in Metro Manila.

TO APPLY:

Online applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a comprehensive CV and at least 2 professional references (one of which must be from the Principal/Head of your current School) that we could contact.

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. In our schools and offices around the world, we treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination.
We value individuals from all backgrounds, including those with different abilities and neurodivergent conditions, as well as those who identify with protected characteristics.

Nord Anglia Education is committed to ensuring the highest possible safeguarding standards in our schools and we expect every employee to share this commitment. 

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

SELECTION PROCESS:

There will be two stages of interviews.

Due to the high number of applications expected, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint sooner should a suitable candidate come forward. As such, all interested candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.