Support for Learning Assistant (2838), Gaelic, Lionel School

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a Support for Learning Assistant to provide essential support for children with additional needs. This part-time role involves working closely with teaching staff to ensure the well-being and inclusion of all pupils. The ideal candidate will possess a cheerful and patient demeanor, along with fluency in Gaelic, to effectively engage with children and enhance their learning experience. Join a dedicated team in a nurturing environment, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in voluntary or professional settings.
• Understanding of children's basic needs and effective teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional support needs and assist teaching staff.
• Supervise playground and lunchtime activities.

Skills

Experience with children

Teamwork

Patient and caring approach

Fluency in Gaelic

Job description

The myjobscotland support desk will be closed on Monday 5th May for a public holiday. We will re open Tuesday 6th 9am.

Ref no: CNS05386

Published: 01/05/2025

Closes: 19/05/2025

Location: Lionel School Lionel Ness Isle of Lewis, HS2 0XB

Salary: £24,119 - £25,028 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 15.75 hours per week

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Support for Learning Assistant (2838) Gaelic, Lionel School
15,75 hours per week, term time, fixed term to 12 August 2026
£10,267 - £10,654 per annum, inclusive of £1,024 Distant Islands Allowance per annum

The post holder will be required to provide support for children and young people with additional support needs (ASN). Duties will include assisting teaching staff to meet education, personal care and welfare needs; undertaking playground/lunchtime supervision; supporting the inclusion of all pupils in the settings; supporting health and well-being and follow the Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) approach.

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.

Fluency in Gaelic is essential for this post.

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

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.

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

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

Please note, the start date for this post will be Thursday 14 August 2025.