AQW 33163/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Education

To ask the Minister of Education to detail any specific actions undertaken under the heading Investing in Classroom Assistants in the SEN Reform Agenda and Delivery Plan 2025-2030.

Asked by Nick Mathison MLA on 9 October 2025

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Tabled
9 October 2025
Answer due by
24 October 2025
Answered
15 October 20256 days after tabling
Department
Department of Education
Priority question
No

Answer

Officials are currently working alongside a range of stakeholders to identify the necessary actions required to ensure effective investment in the classroom assistant workforce. This will involve improvements to the current employment model, development of training packages, and opportunities for career progression.

Official sources