About ICS
At the Inter-Community School Zurich (ICS), we are more than a school – we are a community where everyone feels welcome.
For over six decades, ICS has been proud to provide first-class education as Switzerland’s oldest international school and a leading IB World School.

Your Role
We are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our Primary School from August 2026.

You will create a nurturing, inquiry-based classroom that supports children aged 5–11 in becoming curious, confident and caring learners. This role is ideal for a reflective international educator who is passionate about student wellbeing, inquiry and inclusive education.

What you will do

Teaching & Learning

• Support the academic and social development of pupils under the guidance of the Class Teacher, Deputy Principal, and Principal.
• Assist children across the curriculum, enabling learning through exploration, experimentation, and hands-on activities.
• Provide support for groups or individual students inside and outside the classroom to facilitate full participation.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and respond to emotional or behavioural needs with care and professionalism.
• Support students with additional learning needs or for whom English is a second language.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for relevant students.
• Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities, providing regular feedback to the teacher.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and review learning activities and share observations.
• Accompany students to specialist classes and provide support when required.
• Support classroom management and maintain a positive, safe learning environment.

Administrative Duties

• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and organization of the classroom environment.
• Prepare and display students’ work to celebrate achievement and enhance the learning space.
• Support teachers with filing, portfolios, and maintaining accurate student records.
• Assist with photocopying, classroom organization, and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Participate in playground and bus duty as assigned.

What makes you our ideal Candidate

• High school diploma required and qualifications in education desirable
• At least 5 years’ experience in small children, in classroom or educational settings preferred.
• Passion for working with children and supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth.
• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required; German and/or other languages are desirable.
• Ability to take initiative and actively participate in all aspects of school life.
• Patience, flexibility, strong work ethic, and a sense of humour.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills
• A warm, reflective and student-centred approach

What we offer you: terms & benefits

• 100% Teaching Assistant ongoing contract
• Attractive pension contributions and social security
• A supportive, international and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing professional development
• A meaningful role in a caring, high-quality school community

(This position is offered as a local hire only)

Our Values

At ICS we are Humble, Welcoming, Committed, Resilient. We work as agile, growth-minded teams who turn ideas into meaningful impact with students at the centre.

Next Steps

If this opportunity resonates with you, please submit your application in PDF (cover letter, CV, and references) to: through our career portal to: Jenny Kollmann, recruitment specialist.

We look forward to receiving your application!