National Education Launches Recruitment Drive for specialized Student Support Staff
Indre, France - The Departmental Directorate of Services of Indre is actively recruiting Accompagnants des Élèves en Situation de Handicap (AESH) – assistants supporting students with disabilities – for the 2025 school year, with immediate openings also available for replacements and temporary needs. The positions, offered on a three-year fixed-term contract with potential for permanent employment, aim to bolster inclusive education across schools, colleges, and high schools within the region.
AESH play a crucial role in French schools, providing individualized support to students with disabilities, fostering their integration and academic success. This recruitment drive reflects a broader national effort to strengthen support systems within the education sector and ensure equitable access to learning for all students.
To qualify, candidates must hold a baccalaureate (level IV) or equivalent qualification, possess a professional diploma in personal assistance (such as an AEPE), or demonstrate at least nine months of experience supporting students with disabilities. Accomplished applicants will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the French language,strong dialog and interpersonal skills,initiative,adaptability,and adherence to professional ethics,including maintaining confidentiality.
The part-time positions, offering 24 hours of work per week within an Inclusive Localized Support Center (PIAL), come with a salary equivalent to approximately 62% of the French minimum wage for a 27-hour work week.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of their diplomas via the national recruitment portal: https://recrutement.education.gouv.fr. The recruitment, reported by Caroline Canault, is ongoing.
