School Assistant, Ruusutorpi School - Espoon kaupunki - Espoo, Finland

The school assistant's duties include supporting students with special needs and general education in the unified comprehensive school. Your work is supported by a warm and professional staff. Ruusutorpi School is a comprehensive school with approximately 700 students, including grades 1-9 and preschool education. School name and address: Ruusutorpi School, Leppävaarankatu 24, 02600 Espoo. Working hours: Weekly working hours may vary annually based on resources allocated to assistant services. Minimum 21 hours/week, with a salary of €1314.08/month. Work and salary payments are interrupted for no more than 10 weeks per year during school breaks. The break period is defined annually. The position is permanent starting from 12 August 2026. This workplace is accessible. Qualifications: Professional qualification as a school assistant or other suitably defined education. The role requires a basic understanding of teaching, learning, and learning difficulties. Ability to meet children and young people individually, respectfully, and encouragingly, as well as supporting student well-being during school activities. The role requires skills in guiding a group of children. Applicants must present a criminal record extract as defined by the Criminal Records Act, section 6.2. We value: - Experience in school assistant roles in a comprehensive school - Flexible approach - Positive attitude and self-direction - Good Finnish language skills - Situational awareness and ability to build trusting relationships. Espoo, a city of pioneers - courage to innovate, skill to develop Espoo is a city of pioneers. Our employer promise - courage to innovate, skill to develop - is reflected in our daily work, long-term skill development, and smart leadership. We are building a city where the significance of work is clear 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 related to the position and application process, you can 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/