Learning Assistant / Learning Assistantess

International School Rheintal - February 16, 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 ages 3 to 19. In 2020, we were ranked 9th in Switzerland for our IBDP results and among the top 50 in Europe. We strongly value diversity and encourage 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.

Position Available

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

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Assistant with Learning Hub Lead Responsibility to manage and develop our learning hub (library/research area) catering to students aged 3 to 19, with a specific focus on the primary and middle years. Our learning hub serves as a sanctuary for knowledge, merging the power of digital technologies and AI with traditional resources like print materials, journals, and books. In this role, you will collaborate with teaching staff and students to cultivate a passion for reading, research, and knowledge acquisition across all areas of learning, while overseeing the daily management of the library and learning hub.

You'll 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 role is vital within our IB school where literacy, research, and knowledge are central to developing inquisitive and knowledgeable young people. We are looking for someone who can manage the everyday operations of the library while also playing an integral role in supporting student knowledge acquisition, research, and learning. This position requires a passionate advocate for the Learning Hub services at ISR, collaborating closely with teaching staff, students, parents, and the broader community to promote reading, research, and knowledge literacy.

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

What We Offer

  • An excellent salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to work in an award-winning campus set in an area of outstanding natural beauty
  • A stimulating professional environment within a supportive local and international community
  • The chance to make a meaningful impact on the future design and development of our school

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

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Location : Buchs SG
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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