Description of Operations

Tallbackaskolan is a preschool through 6th grade school with approximately 325 students, as well as an after-school care program and two preparatory classes, located in a residential neighborhood between Gällivare and Malmberget. At Tallbackaskolan, we implement aspects of the Gällivare Model, which means that each class in grades 1–2 has a lead teacher and a class mentor. In grades 3–6, a lead teacher works with the support of a class mentor who may be assigned to one or more classes. The central student health services are located on the school grounds, and students have access to a school counselor, a school nurse, two special education teachers, a school psychologist, and the principals. The after-school program complements the school curriculum by developing students’ abilities through various forms of expression, based on their interests.

Job Responsibilities

You will assist a student or a group of students who may have various needs, whether physical or social. You will work alongside the teacher in the classroom, helping to ensure that all students achieve their goals.

You will also be present at the after-school program, either when it opens or after school ends

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a high school diploma or other education that the employer deems equivalent. As a person, you should have a present and responsive approach to students’ diverse needs, be a clear leader, and have strong collaboration skills. Training or experience in low-affect communication is a plus. You are independent, responsible, and comfortable taking the initiative. We develop our work through pedagogical discussions and collegial learning, and we view it as a strength to be able to help one another dare to be curious about new ways of working.

Great importance is placed on personal suitability.

An extract from the criminal history and suspicion records is required upon hiring.

Under the National Minority Languages Act, Gällivare Municipality is the administrative municipality for Sami, Meänkieli, and Finnish. Proficiency in any of these languages is considered an asset when applying for a position with Gällivare Municipality.

Work Hours/Duration

Full-time (100%) permanent position. A probationary period may apply.

Salary

Monthly salary; we use individual salary determination—please indicate your salary expectations in your application.

Start Date / Application

Please include a resume with your application. Original documents must be submitted upon request.

Interviews may be conducted on an ongoing basis.

Start Date: As soon as possible or by agreement.

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026.

Information

Principal Maria Isaksson, tel 0970-818 558

Assistant Principal, Alexander Nilsson, tel 0970-818 345

Recruiter Ann-Louise Johansson, tel 076 137 80 78

Recruiter Natalia Castro Sanchez, tel 070 287 37 52

Union Representatives

Kommunal, tel: 010-4429919, Gallivare.norrbotten@kommunal.se

Other

Gällivare Municipality offers you:

• Wellness benefits in the form of strength training/group training/Dundret
• Wellness hour
• Access to the workplace’s “Well-being Allowance”
• Membership in GKFF (Gällivare Municipality’s recreational association)

We warmly welcome your application!