Lunchtime Assistant - Specialist Provision Centre - Ballacottier School

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression

Pensions

Training facility

Gym access

Counselling service

Free parking

Job summary

Isle of Man Government is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant at Ballacottier School to support pupils with complex needs during lunchtime. The role operates term-time, with a 38-week working year, and is a fixed-term appointment until 26 May 2027. The full-time equivalent is 37 hours, with pro rata salary for part-time hours.

You will help with feeding, promote independence with cutlery, and encourage social interaction and play, providing care and emotional support to children during lunch.

Responsibilities

• Assist with children before, during and after midday meals
• Support with eating and encourage independence with cutlery
• Promote social interaction and play during lunchtimes

Job description

This role is a limited term appointment until 26/05/2027.

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

Looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? Join our dedicated team at Ballacottier School as a Lunchtime Assistant and help create a positive lunchtime experience for pupils with complex needs.

You'll be supporting children before, during, and after their midday meals, helping with eating, encouraging independence with cutlery and promoting social interaction and play. This is a chance to provide care and emotional support during an important part of the day, making lunchtime enjoyable and inclusive for every child.

If you're caring, patient, and enthusiastic about helping children thrive, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a school that values compassion and continuous improvement.

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.
• 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.

Ready to apply?

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [e-mail].

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Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at [e-mail].