We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.
Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.
We connect. We inspire.
Role Purpose
Play a vital role in delivering excellent customer service and supporting the smooth operation of our Teaching Centre. This is an opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience in a respected international organisation, and contribute to the British Council’s mission of building connections, understanding, and trust worldwide.
Main Accountailities
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for young learners. You will assist with student supervision, customer support, and day-to-day operational activities, helping to ensure that classes run smoothly while delivering an excellent experience for students, parents, and partner schools.
You will also support administrative and coordination tasks, build positive relationships with customers, and contribute to safeguarding, health, and safety procedures. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with children, communicating with people, and being part of a professional, learner-focused team.
The role offers flexible working arrangements, primarily on Saturdays, with additional shifts available based on operational requirements and your availability. Regular attendance at our partner school location in Osokorky is required.
Qualifications & Skills
Important Information
This role is only open for candidates who have the legal right to live and work in the job location
A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.
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
We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.
We uniquely combine the UK’s deep expertise in arts and culture, education and the English language, our global presence and relationships in over 100 countries, our unparalleled access to young people and influencers and our creative sparkle.
We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.
For more information, please visit: http://www.britishcouncil.org
