Learning Assistant / Learning Assistantess

International School Rheintal - February 13, 2026

About Us

Our award-winning ecologically designed campus is situated in the heart of the Rheintal, in Buchs. As a 'small and mighty' not-for-profit international day school, we offer a supportive environment in a thriving school community of 200 students and over 50 staff. We are an International Baccalaureate World School and provide a comprehensive international education in English for students aged 3 to 19. In 2020, we were ranked 9th in Switzerland for our IBDP results and among the top 50 in Europe. We highly value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups in international education.

Are you excited about the opportunity to connect with people from all over the world? Are you friendly, curious, and eager to work in a dynamic, student-centered environment where you can lead our library and learning hub services? If so, this role might be the perfect fit for you.

Job Opportunity

Learning Assistant with Learning Hub Lead Responsibility (Library and Student Knowledge/Research Services)

International School Rheintal is seeking a dedicated individual to take the lead in managing and developing our learning hub (library/research area) for students ages 3-19, with a specific focus on the primary and middle years age range. We view our learning hub as a space for knowledge, combining the power of digital technologies and AI with traditional resources such as print materials, journals, and books. In this role, you'll collaborate with teaching staff and students to foster a love of reading, research, and knowledge acquisition across all areas of learning, while overseeing the daily management of the library and learning hub.

You will be part of an international team committed to creating an outstanding learning environment for everyone.

About the Role

  • Your role: Learning Assistant with Learning Hub Lead Responsibility
  • Workload: 46% Full-Time Equivalent
  • Start date: August 1, 2026
  • Location: International School Rheintal, Werdenbergstrasse 17, 9470 Buchs, Switzerland
  • Closing date for applications: February 22, 2026
  • Preliminary interviews: March 3-5, 2026

This learning assistant position leading the learning hub is a dynamic role within our IB school, where literacy, research, and knowledge are vital to developing inquiring and knowledgeable young people. We are looking for a Learning Assistant who can manage the day-to-day operations of the library while also playing a crucial role in supporting student knowledge acquisition and research. This position requires a passionate advocate for Learning Hub services at ISR, working closely with teaching staff, students, parents, and the broader community to promote reading and knowledge literacy.

The role is part-time and will be from Monday to Friday, 08:45-13:15, during ISR term time only (185 days per year during ISR school opening days - you can find our term opening dates here). We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in education.

We Offer

  • An excellent salary and benefits package
  • An opportunity to work on an award-winning campus in an area of outstanding natural beauty
  • A professionally stimulating and supportive local and international community environment
  • An opportunity to influence the future design and development of our school

At ISR, we are committed to providing a safe and happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We prioritize safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils, regardless of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.

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.

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Buchs SG
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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