AQW 33163/22-27

Mr Nick Mathison
Alliance Party
Strangford

Tabled Date: 09/10/2025
Answered On Date: 15/10/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
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.

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.