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Classroom Assistant

Education Authority
📍 Lisburn, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom 💼 Full-Time 🕒 Posted May 28, 2026
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JOB PURPOSE


Under the direction of the class teacher/outreach teacher/board officer, assist with the educational support and care of the pupils in a designated class or classes, in or outside the classroom. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The precise duties of the post will be determined by the principal. CLASSROOM SUPPORT
  • Assist the teacher in the efficient running of the class.

  • Assist, as required, pupils learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and on their own by assisting with the management of the learning environment through:
    • - clarifying and explaining instruction;
    - ensuring the pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided;
    - assisting in motivating and encouraging the pupils as required;
    - contributing to areas requiring reinforcement or development, e.g. language, behaviour, reading, spelling, handwriting/presentation etc;
    - promoting independent learning;
    - helping pupils ...

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    Job Details

    • Location Lisburn, Northern Ireland
    • Job Type Full-Time
    • Category Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
    • Posted Date May 28, 2026
    • Application Deadline July 07, 2026