Relief Support for Learning Assistant, Lewis & Harris (3100) - CNS05410

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Relief Support for Learning Assistant in Lewis & Harris. The role involves supporting children with additional needs in a classroom setting and requires experience with children, teamwork skills, and a caring approach. This is a flexible role covering staff absences, with interviews conducted in person.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in any capacity.
• Ability to cooperate and work effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional support needs in mainstream classes.
• Supervise children during breaks and assist with school work.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Understanding of children's needs

Job description

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Relief Support for Learning Assistant, Lewis & Harris (3100)
£14.85 per hour, inclusive of £1.48 per hour Distant Islands Allowance

This post provides support for children with additional support needs. Duties include: working in mainstream classes, assisting pupils with school work, under the direction of the class teacher; supervision of children at intervals and lunch breaks; assisting in the management of children and young people with behavioural difficulties.

You must have: experience of working with children, as a parent or in a voluntary or professional capacity; an understanding of the basic needs of children; the ability to co-operate with others and work effectively as a member of a team; a patient, cheerful personality with a flexible, open and caring approach.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

This post is on an as-and-when basis to cover absences of permanent staff. Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.

It is vital you read the job description and person specification, and in your Experience statement please detail how you meet each of the essential criteria listed in the person specification.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 2 June 2025