Auto-Entrepreneur Young Learners' Assistant
British Council · Algiers
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Role Description/Purpose
The British Council is the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We build connections, understanding, and trust between people in the UK and other countries through our work in English language teaching, education, arts, and culture. Operating in more than 100 countries, we reach millions of people each year through our programmes, services, and partnerships, creating opportunities and changing lives through international collaboration and mutual understanding.
In Algeria, the British Council delivers a range of English language courses for primary and secondary Young Learners at our teaching centre in Algiers. Young Learners represent a significant proportion of our student community, and we are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development.
Working closely with the class teacher, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality English language teaching by supervising, monitoring, and motivating learners throughout lessons. You will help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation and positive engagement in learning.
The role requires a strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection, with responsibility for modelling appropriate behaviour and ensuring that learners are supported to participate confidently and safely in classroom activities. You will also contribute to providing an excellent customer experience by supporting the flow of students and parents within the teaching centre and responding to enquiries in a professional, helpful, and welcoming manner.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation and make a meaningful contribution to the learning experience of Young Learners in Algeria while supporting the British Council's mission of fostering connections, opportunity, and trust through education.
Role Accountabilities
Working as part of the Teaching Centre team, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of a positive and engaging learning experience for our students. You will supervise and support learners during classroom activities, encouraging active participation, self-awareness, and mutual respect. You will help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students can thrive, while remaining attentive to individual needs and responding appropriately to any issues that may arise. The role also involves supervising students during break times and ensuring they remain safely supported until the class teacher returns.
You will work closely with teachers to support the effective delivery of lessons by assisting with classroom setup and preparation. Where required, you may provide translation support to facilitate communication between teachers, students, and parents. You will help ensure that customer feedback is appropriately communicated to teachers or Customer Services teams for follow-up and will support the smooth day-to-day operation of the Teaching Centre by working closely with the Teaching Centre Operations Coordinator or Officer. In addition, you will assist teachers in promoting positive student behaviour and maintaining an effective learning environment.
Beyond classroom support, you will contribute to the delivery of excellent customer service and support local marketing and promotional activities. You will assist with the planning and logistics of Open Days and other Teaching Centre events, helping to ensure operations run efficiently and professionally. The role also offers opportunities for continuous professional development through participation in training activities and briefing sessions throughout the year.
A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and wellbeing is essential. You will be expected to apply and uphold British Council policies and standards relating to Child Protection, Equal Opportunity and Diversity, and Health and Safety, ensuring a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all students, colleagues, and customers.
Qualifications & Experience
Essentials
- Communicates clearly and effectively with good communication skills in all French, Arabic and English.
- Baccalaureate Certificate.
- Experience of working as part of a team.
- Communication skills in ensuring right message is transmitted.
- Compulsory training will be provided on Safeguarding & Child Protection; Equity Diversity & Inclusion and Health & Safety.
Desirables
- Experienced Adults who are engaged in interacting with young learners.
- Experience of working with young learners.
Important Information:
- Location: Algiers Teaching Centre (On-site).
- Hourly rate: 300 DZD.
- Service hours: hours depend on operational needs.
- Service Agreement: 6 months renewable
- Proof of Identity & Right to Work: Locally Recruited - Applications are welcomed from candidates currently in this location with a natural right to work. Applications are also welcomed from candidates currently based in other British Council country offices. However, please note candidates must have a natural right to work in the country, on a permanent basis, as immigration clearance and/or on-going visa support is not provided by the British Council for this role. Relocation support is also not provided.
- Background requirements: As part of our safeguarding responsibilities, the British Council works with both children and adults and is committed to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and customers. In line with this responsibility, and as a standard onboarding requirement for new service providers, we require a toxicology screening as part of the pre‑engagement checks.
- Please note: This role is advertised to individuals who are registered as Auto-entrepreneur with the Algerian ANAE. Please check their website in order to have more information. Kindly note that being registered as an auto-entrepreneur does not automatically guarantee selection for this role. All applicants will be required to successfully complete the selection and interview process.
Closing date – Friday 6 November 2026.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we 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 and 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