Inclusive Special Needs Education Assistant (On-site Upington)

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive school setting in Upington

On-the-job training & professional dev

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Education Assistant for an on-site role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will provide individualized support to students with diverse learning needs, collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents, and help implement personalized learning plans within an inclusive classroom environment.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and strong communication as you support students in accessing the curriculum, developing essential life skills, and

Qualifications

• A qualification in Special Needs Education, Teaching Assistance, or a related field.
• Previous experience working with children with special educational needs is essential.
• Strong understanding of various learning disabilities and support strategies.
• Patience, empathy, and a caring demeanor.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting the development of children with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with special educational needs.
• Assist students in accessing the curriculum and completing assigned tasks.
• Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) under the guidance of the teacher.
• Help students develop social, emotional, and life skills.
• Support students with personal care needs as required.
• Collaborate with teachers and specialists to monitor student progress.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Adapt learning materials and activities to meet individual student needs.
• Participate in relevant training and professional development sessions.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualification in Special Needs Education or Teaching Assistance

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Education Assistant for an on-site role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will provide individualized support to students with diverse learning needs, collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents, and help implement personalized learning plans within an inclusive classroom environment.

The role emphasizes patience, empathy, and strong communication as you support students in accessing the curriculum, developing essential life skills, and