Classroom Assistant (Special Educational Needs) - Specialist Provision Unit

Education Authority

Full-time Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
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Location
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Posted
July 15, 2026

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE


Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/Education Authority, assist with the educational support and the care of the pupil(s) with special educational needs who is/are in the teacher’s care in or outside the classroom. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal/outreach teacher/ Education Authority officer. SPECIAL CLASSROOM SUPPORT
  • Assist the teacher with the support and care of pupil(s) with special educational needs e.g. enable access to the curriculum, attend to personal needs including dietary, feeding, toileting etc.

  • Develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupil(s) to be supported.

  • Assist with authorised programmes (e.g. Education Plan, Care Plan), participate in the evaluation of the support and encourage pupil(s) participation in such programmes.

  • Contribute to the inclusion of the pupil in mainstream s...

    • Job Details

    • Job Type
      Full-time
    • Category
      Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
    • Date Posted
      July 15, 2026
    • Application Deadline
      August 24, 2026