About this role
We are excited that you are considering applying for a job with us! We manage the municipal services for Västerbottens' smallest municipality by area. However, in terms of population, we are the fourth largest, and here there is a vibrant atmosphere filled with opportunities, community, and optimism for the future. Just a little over 20 minutes by train from Umeå, Vännäs offers a perfect mix of simple, nature-oriented living and the bustling opportunities of a big city.
As an employee in our organization, you play an important role and make a difference for the citizens. We build welfare together. Welcome with your application!
**Teaching Assistant in Adapted Primary School**
Our organization is growing.
We are now looking for a teaching assistant who wants to work in an adapted primary school.
**Description of the School**
Vegaskolan is located in central Vännäs. The school has approximately 480 students from preschool class to grade 6, as well as an adapted primary school up to grade 9. In the adapted primary school, students receive education and instruction tailored to their needs and circumstances. Vegaskolan's guiding principles are knowledge, community, and diversity.
**Vega Adapted Primary School is looking for you as a Teaching Assistant**
Are you a positive and development-oriented person? Are you passionate about providing students with special needs the best possible conditions to succeed and be their best selves? Congratulations! You now have the chance to become part of our team. Our organization is characterized by commitment, knowledge, security, and pride!
**Your Responsibilities**
You will work as a teaching assistant in the adapted primary school. You will be part of a team that collaborates closely with other educators at the school. You will be involved and contribute to the development of the students and the organization. As a teaching assistant, you will support some students in a class in the adapted primary school with their education, social relationships, and care. In the afternoons, you will be part of and contribute to the adapted primary school's after-school program.
**You**
- Place great importance on creating good relationships and collaborations
- Have a strong interest in supporting and helping students in need of assistance
- Contribute to the development of your unit
- See your role in the overall development of the unit/administration
- Act to ensure that everyone thrives and reaches their full potential
- Are knowledgeable about and interested in digital tools
Does this sound interesting? Great! If the following also applies to you, we hope you take the first step towards a fantastic job with wonderful colleagues and submit your application! Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis, so please send in your application as soon as you can. You will be part of our team at the adapted primary school and the associated after-school program.
**Qualifications**
Educated childcare worker or other educational training deemed suitable for the role.
**Other:**
We prefer that you have experience working with children in need of special support.
It is an advantage if you have knowledge of sign language as support.
We place great importance on personal suitability.
We value the qualities that a balanced age and gender distribution, as well as ethnic and cultural diversity, bring to the organization.
Positions will be filled in accordance with necessary decisions.
Recruitment will take place continuously during the application period.
We are looking for both permanent and temporary employment at 80% (260612).
**Our Benefits**
As an employee of Vännäs Municipality, you will receive several benefits.
[Learn more about our benefits](https://vannas.se/kommun-och-politik/ledigajobb/formaner-i-vannas-kommun)