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Special Education Assistant (HLE) - Primary Education

On-site in Bilbao·Added yesterday (last checked 28 Oct)

EDUCSI Zona Norte

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Work mode: On-site, Bilbao
Languages: Basque
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Contract type: Temporary replacement.
Working day: 50% (Half-time).
Start date: 2026/11/09.
End date: Until April in principle

The role

In the Bilbao school, we need an Education Support Specialist (HLE) to join the Diversity unit, in Primary Education.

Main duties

Designing and implementing programs for students with special educational needs, following guidelines and under the supervision of the responsible teachers.
Assisting students in need during transitions and school activities.
Actively supervising and caring for students during school hours, playtime, and breaks.
Preparing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Adaptations (AIU) in coordination with tutors, specialist teachers, and therapeutic pedagogy professionals.
Collaborating with members of the Diversity Attention and Guidance Department.

How you'll work

Schedule:

Monday to Tuesday and Thursdays: 8:55 - 13:15
Wednesdays: 8:55 - 13:15 and 15:00 - 17:00
Fridays: 9:50 - 13:15

Requirements

Higher Level Technician in Early Childhood Education or Higher Level Technician in Social Inclusion.
Having at least a verified B2 level of Basque.

Will be valued:

Having an officially verified Disability Certificate (33% or more).

About EDUCSI Zona Norte

EDUSI Zona Norte is an educational initiative based in Santander, Spain, focused on providing secondary education (ESO and Bachillerato) with an emphasis on values and music. It operates within the Spanish public education framework, serving the northern region of Spain. The organization is part of a broader network of schools under the EDUCSI (Educación Católica) umbrella, which manages a large number of educational centers across Spain.

For international professionals, EDUCSI Zona Norte offers teaching positions in a bilingual or multilingual environment, particularly in music and religious education. The school is rooted in the local community and follows the Spanish curriculum, making it an opportunity for educators interested in the Spanish education system. While the organization is not globally known, it provides a stable, mission-driven work environment in the scenic city of Santander, on the northern coast of Spain.

Industry: Education
Headquarters: Santander, Spain
In Spain: Santander

Good to know if you are moving

Teaching positions are in the Spanish public education system, requiring proficiency in Spanish and often in Basque (Euskera) for certain roles.
The school is part of the EDUCSI network, which operates numerous schools across Spain, offering potential for internal mobility.
Located in Santander, a coastal city known for its quality of life and natural beauty, attractive for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Roles focus on music and values, indicating a strong emphasis on holistic education and cultural development.

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