Gaelic Itinerant Learning Assistant ASN Support

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

Job summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar in Scotland is seeking an Itinerant Support for Learning Assistant (Gaelic) to work across Lewis & Harris schools. The post is 25.75 hours per week, term-time, fixed term to 25 June 2027, and includes £1,756 Distant Islands Allowance.

The role requires Gaelic fluency, a full UK driving licence, and readiness to travel between education settings to support children with additional needs, while safeguarding and pursuing CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Gaelic is essential.
• Experience working with children in caring environments.
• Ability to co-operate and work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to participate in CPD and develop required skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide itinerant support for children and young people with additional needs.
• Assist teaching staff with education, personal care and welfare needs.
• Support safeguarding duties and, where required, assist with transport.
• Assist children with mobility needs; may involve manual handling.

Skills

Gaelic fluency

Teamwork

Flexibility

CPD willingness

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar in Scotland is seeking an Itinerant Support for Learning Assistant (Gaelic) to work across Lewis & Harris schools. The post is 25.75 hours per week, term-time, fixed term to 25 June 2027, and includes £1,756 Distant Islands Allowance.

The role requires Gaelic fluency, a full UK driving licence, and readiness to travel between education settings to support children with additional needs, while safeguarding and pursuing CPD opportunities.