JUNIOR SCHOOL TEACHING ASSISTANT (Part-time, 50%)
Junior School Teaching Assistant
(Part-time, 50%)
Start Date: 1 August 2026
Contract Terms: 1-year contract
Closing date for applications: 18 May 2026
School Profile
The International School Basel (ISB) is an English-language international day school for students from ages 3 to 18. ISB is home to approximately 1,150 students who enjoy modern purpose-built facilities on three campuses clustered a few kilometers south of Basel in the towns of Reinach and Aesch. ISB is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for younger students aged 3 to 11, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for students aged 11 to 16 and the Diploma Programme (DP) for students in the final two years of their school careers. ISB is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
At ISB, we live our Mission and are committed to creating safe, caring, and affirming learning spaces for our international community. It is our aim to create a welcoming environment for students and families from across the globe and to promote learning and respect for people of all nationalities, religions, and cultures.
ISB's commitment to hiring and retaining quality employees has created a community of professional and dynamic teaching and administrative staff with low turnover rates and a high degree of involvement in professional development programmes. For more information about the school and our mission, we invite you to visit our website at www.isbasel.ch.
Equal Opportunity Employer
International School Basel is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin.
Commitment to Safe Recruitment
International School Basel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in its care. As an employer, the school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are appointed subject to satisfactory Criminal Records Checks, Social Media Check, Civil Litigation Check, Global Sanctions Check, and Reference Checks with past employers.
The Position
ISB seeks to appoint a Teaching Assistant for our Junior School. You have experience working with children and are a collaborative staff member with proven ability to work within a team. Previous experience of working in a school setting in a similar role is an advantage. German language skills would be considered an asset.
Please see the Job Description for more details.
Our Offer
ISB offers an excellent employment package in an international and welcoming environment, including free after-school childcare, professional development opportunities, onsite fitness facilities, and first-class accident insurance worldwide, together with an employee-friendly pension plan.
How to Apply
Please apply by sending your application to recruitment@isbasel.ch. Your application should include:
a.) Letter of Application (2 pages maximum)
b.) up-to-date Curriculum Vitae and
c.) names and contact details of at least two (although three is preferred) professional referees who have line-managed you. Referees will be contacted once a candidate has accepted an invitation to interview for the role.
Due to work permit restrictions, preference will be given to candidates of EU/Swiss nationalities and candidates who hold a current Swiss work permit.
Kindly note that the School reserves the right to end the search early should a suitable candidate be identified.
We look forward to receiving your application!
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