Senior Education Support Officer - Vision Support Services

Isle of Man Government; Douglas; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression every 12 months

Two pension arrangements

Professional development facilities

Discounted Gym/Pool access

Counselling and wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Isle of Man Government’s Vision Support Service is seeking a Senior Education Support Officer to help learners with vision impairments access education and reach their potential. You’ll adapt learning materials and use assistive technology, working closely with schools, families and other professionals to create inclusive learning environments.

This term-time role supports 38 weeks per year with the full-time equivalent set at 37 hours, and includes a one-year fixed-term secondment option

Responsibilities

• Adapt learning materials for learners with vision impairments.
• Utilise specialist technology to support inclusive education.
• Collaborate with schools, families and professionals to create inclusive learning environments.

Job description

Applications are also welcomed from candidates seeking a one-year fixed-term secondment, subject to approval from your line manager or headteacher.

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

Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with vision impairments?

Join the Vision Support Service as a Senior Education Support Officer and play a vital role in helping learners across the Isle of Man access education, build confidence and achieve their full potential. In this rewarding role, you'll adapt learning materials, utilise specialist technology and work closely with schools, families and other professionals to create inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive.

As part of a dedicated and forward-thinking team, you'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, embrace innovative approaches and contribute to positive outcomes that have a lasting impact. Every day brings new opportunities to problem-solve, collaborate and make a difference. If you're passionate about inclusion and want to help shape brighter futures, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

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 2 October 2026.