Education Support Officer - Bunscoill Rhumsaa

Isle of Man Government; Ramsey; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff welfare service

Discounted gym/pools access

Free car parking

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The Isle of Man Government is seeking an Education Support Officer for Bunscoill Rhumsaa. This term-time role provides tailored support to pupils with additional and complex needs, helping them participate in classroom activities and develop learning, confidence and independence.

You will work with teachers to deliver learning programmes, support individual education and behaviour plans, and give regular feedback on progress.

Qualifications

• Support pupils with additional and complex needs in classroom activities, helping them learn and participate.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver learning programmes and support individual education and behaviour plans.
• Provide regular feedback on pupils' progress and contribute to an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver learning programmes and support individual education and behaviour plans.
• Provide regular feedback on pupils' progress.
• Help create an environment where every child has equal access to opportunities.

Job description

This role is term time, which means that the gross annual salary advertised will be reduced proportionately based on the number of weeks worked during the academic year. Term time employees are contracted to work 38 weeks per year.

Please note that the full time equivalent for this position is 37 hours, so roles advertised with contracted hours less than 37 will be classed as part time. The gross annual salary advertised will be reduced based on the part-time hours.

About the role

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers and reach their potential?

As an Education Support Officer at Bunscoill Rhumsaa, you will provide tailored support to pupils with additional and complex needs, helping them take part in classroom activities and develop their learning, confidence and independence. You will work closely with teachers to deliver learning programmes, support individual education and behaviour plans and provide regular feedback on pupils’ progress.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will form constructive relationships with pupils, support positive behaviour and help create an environment where every child has equal access to opportunities. We are looking for someone who is creative, outgoing and able to engage and relate to both infant and junior aged children, whilst communicating well with colleagues, parents or carers.

A workplace that invests in you

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
• Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
• Discounted access to the NSC gym and island swimming pools as well as 1-to-1 support programmes and exercise classes with qualified instructors.
• Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Free car parking.

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government.

Please note a relocation package is not available for this role.

A provisional interview date has been scheduled for 12 October 2026.