General Assistant 2

Education Authority

📍 Lisburn, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Part-Time Other Healthcare Support Occupations Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

To be responsible to the Principal for the provision of assistance to teachers/classroom assistants in/outside school with care of pupils.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL ASSISTANCE

· Assist pupils with toileting/personal hygiene/dressing including the use of basic toileting aids.

· Ensure the safe mobility and general supervision of the pupil/s within school premises, including the playground and on school outings, transporting pupil’s belongings (if required).

· Accompany teachers, classroom assistants and/or therapy staff with groups on outings or in respect of individual/group therapy programmes, e.g. swimming, educational outings, hydrotherapy etc.

· Ensure appropriate care and feeding of pupils at meal times.

· Ensure pupils comply with normal school rules and routines during the school day.

· Clean equipment connected with daily activities in classroom and assist with settin...