Gaelic Itinerant Learning Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Distant Islands Allowance

Job summary

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar seeks an Itinerant Support for Learning Assistant (Gaelic) for Lewis & Harris. The role is 25.75 hours per week, term time, fixed term to 25 June 2027, with salary £18,019–£18,708 per annum including Distant Islands Allowance. The post involves travelling between schools to support children with additional needs.

Fluency in Gaelic is essential, as is a full UK driving licence. PVG membership is required. Interviews will be held in person.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in caring, supportive settings.
• Ability to cooperate and work well in a team with colleagues.
• Flexibility to travel between schools and education settings as required.
• Willingness to participate in CPD to develop required skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide itinerant support across education settings for children with ASN.
• Assist teaching staff with education, personal care and welfare needs.
• Help with safeguarding responsibilities and transport considerations.
• Support mobility needs, including manual handling where appropriate.

Skills

Child care experience

Team player

Willing to travel

CPD willingness

Job description

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar seeks an Itinerant Support for Learning Assistant (Gaelic) for Lewis & Harris. The role is 25.75 hours per week, term time, fixed term to 25 June 2027, with salary £18,019–£18,708 per annum including Distant Islands Allowance. The post involves travelling between schools to support children with additional needs.

Fluency in Gaelic is essential, as is a full UK driving licence. PVG membership is required. Interviews will be held in person.