Special Education Assistant, Maining School - Espoon kaupunki - Espoo, Finland

The role involves supporting students with autism spectrum disorder and those requiring intensive support in an elementary school group. The group works with several special education assistants alongside a special class teacher. Maining School is a multicultural and diverse, music- and dance-oriented comprehensive school. Approximately 630 students from grades 1 to 9 attend the school, with 75 teachers and numerous teaching assistants. The school emphasizes music for grades 3-9 and dance for grades 7-9. It also offers small learning support groups and preparatory education. Our values are kindness, community, and safety, which serve as the foundation for creating a positive learning environment and are reflected in daily interactions. We support students' healthy self-esteem and help them discover their strengths so that everyone can succeed and feel valued as part of the community. We are seeking a special education assistant who shares our values and wants to help build a safe, positive, and student-centered school culture that supports learning. Join our enthusiastic, active, and skilled team! Maining School is located in Kivenlahti, Espoo, with good transportation connections. School name and address: Maining School, Maininkitie 23, 02320 Espoo Working hours: At least 21 hours/week. The position may also be filled with full hours, including morning and afternoon care. Weekly working hours may vary annually based on available resources for assistant services. Work and salary payments are interrupted for no more than 10 weeks per year during school breaks. The break period is determined annually. The position is temporary, from August 12, 2026, to May 31, 2027. Qualifications: Suitable vocational qualification or equivalent, e.g., practical nurse or developmental disability caregiver. We also consider non-qualified applicants for this temporary position. Experience working with children requiring support is required. Applicants must present a criminal record extract as per the Criminal Records Act, section 6.2. We value child-centered work, the ability to meet diverse and support-needing children, good teamwork skills, flexibility, and adaptability to daily changes. We appreciate a proactive and structured approach. Espoo — pioneers in innovation and development Espoo is a city of pioneers. Our employer promise — courage to innovate, skill to develop — is reflected in our daily work, long-term professional growth, and smart leadership. We are building a city where work has clear meaning and expertise is valued. We support your professional learning and development, as well as work-life balance through flexible practices. Our operations are based on openness and trust, and we treat each other with respect. We are committed to promoting equality and welcome professionals of different ages, backgrounds, and languages. For questions about the position or application process, contact the person providing additional information about the role. For questions related to special needs, contact: keha.rekrytointi@espoo.fi. We handle inquiries confidentially. Read more: https://www.esitteemme.fi/espoonrekry/MailView/