Teaching Assistant Needed for Adapted Primary School in Sala

Do you have knowledge and experience working with children and adolescents with special needs and intellectual disabilities? Would you like an important job where you support students during their school day and at after-school care or youth clubs? We are now looking for two substitutes as teaching assistants for our team at the adapted primary school in Sala.

About the Workplace

The adapted primary school in Sala is a municipal school providing education for grades preschool - 9. Teaching is conducted within the adapted primary school's subject areas. We also have after-school care and youth clubs. We have about 60 students and over 35 staff members. Currently, we have 9 classes with 4–12 students in each class. The adapted primary school is located in two schools in Sala. Preschool, lower and middle school are at Åkraskolan, and upper school is at Kungsängsgymnasiet in building C. Each school has a student health team consisting of the principal, vice principal, school nurse, school psychologist, counselor, and special education teachers.

The adapted primary school is an environment where everyone should feel safe and valued. Our values are based on a positive approach and a belief that each student develops best through a positive self-image. Therefore, we place great emphasis on strengthening students' self-esteem so that they can benefit from their education in the best way. We at the adapted primary school are proud to be a school with well-educated and knowledgeable staff and the best students in the world. Our strength lies in our incredible ability to be flexible and solution-focused, keeping the student at the center and seeing all students as everyone's responsibility.

Job Responsibilities

During school hours, you will be part of a team with teachers and other teaching assistants, following the students throughout their school day. You will support students' knowledge development in teaching according to the adapted primary school's curriculum. During other times, you will be part of the adapted school's after-school care, where the team plans and conducts activities according to the after-school care curriculum. Daily tasks include supporting and helping students with their needs, including both medical and care needs. You should also have an interest and curiosity in supporting and working with students who exhibit challenging behavior.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must have documented knowledge and experience working with children and adolescents with special needs and intellectual disabilities, as well as experience working with students exhibiting challenging behavior in adapted school settings. Familiarity with AAC is a plus. We believe you have completed a child and youth program, have other pedagogical training, or have previous experience deemed equivalent by the employer.

As a person, you are solution-focused, work with a low-arousal approach, and have a positive view of the assignment. You see teamwork as a strength. You work to empower students in their knowledge development, ensuring they feel included, seen, and safe. Personal suitability is of great importance.

Employment Conditions

Substitute position 100% from 2026-02-01 to 2026-06-18. Individual salary setting.

Requirement for a background check upon job offer. This is according to the law on background checks in school, after-school, and preschool activities. The National Police Board's criminal record, RPS 442.5 (14-01-14)

Application

We warmly welcome your application by January 25, 2026. Applications can be made at www.sala.se/ledigajobb (http://www.sala.se/ledigajobb).

We recruit continuously, which means that positions may be filled before the application deadline. Therefore, we appreciate it if you submit your application as soon as possible.

Inquiries

If you would like to know more about the position, please contact Principal Anna Gustafsson at 0224-74 81 06 or via email at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

Union Contact:

Kommunal: 010-442 81 83

About Sala Municipality

Sala is a pleasant small town with a vibrant countryside and proximity to several major cities. The municipality has nearly 23,000 residents, of which about 13,000 live in Sala city. Thanks to short distances, free public transport, and good services throughout the municipality, there is an opportunity for quality of life and an easier everyday life. The municipality has a strong business community, a rich association life, and beautiful natural areas that invite activity and recreation. When the longing for the big city takes over, you can easily take the train. You can reach Västerås and Uppsala in about 30 minutes and Stockholm in about 75 minutes. If you are not ready to leave the big city for Sala yet, commuting is certainly possible, which several of our 2000 employees do.

Read more about Sala at www.sala.se (http://www.sala.se).

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