ASN Learning Support Assistant — Inclusive School Team

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; Harris; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar invites applications for a Support for Learning Assistant at Sir E Scott. The post is 28.5 hours per week during term time, fixed term to 22 December 2026, salary £18,000 - £18,763 per annum including £1,943 Distant Islands Allowance.

The successful candidate will support children and young people with ASN, assist teachers with education and welfare needs, supervise playtimes, and help embed the GIRFEC approach within our inclusive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, whether as a parent, volunteer or professional.
• Understanding of basic needs of children and ability to work well in a team.
• Patient, cheerful personality with a flexible, open, caring approach.
• PVG scheme membership is a legal requirement for this regulated role with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for children and young people with additional support needs (ASN).
• Assist teaching staff to meet education, personal care and welfare needs.
• Undertake playground/lunchtime supervision.
• Support inclusion, wellbeing and GIRFEC in the school setting.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Patience

Flexible attitude

Job description

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar invites applications for a Support for Learning Assistant at Sir E Scott. The post is 28.5 hours per week during term time, fixed term to 22 December 2026, salary £18,000 - £18,763 per annum including £1,943 Distant Islands Allowance.

The successful candidate will support children and young people with ASN, assist teachers with education and welfare needs, supervise playtimes, and help embed the GIRFEC approach within our inclusive school environment.