At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in their learning journey.
- Company: Cunningsburgh Primary School, a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, paid holidays, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team and enjoy a rewarding role in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for education.
To assist in the management and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN). A Learning Support Worker may work with any child or group of children, either within a department or within a mainstream class, under the guidance of teachers. Responsibilities may include supporting the implementation of an individualised education programme and collaborating with professionals such as speech therapists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and child psychologists.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the delivery of individualised education programmes for children with additional support needs.
- Work alongside teachers to support classroom activities.
- Collaborate with related professionals and therapists to support children’s development.
Additional Information
- The grade of this post is F/G. This post is not career graded; a successful candidate will be employed as either a Qualified or Unqualified Learning Support Worker.
- Salary and duties will be determined based on the person specification.
- The rate of pay includes a Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour.
- Permanent part‑time post: 30.0 hours per week, 39 weeks per year plus 6.24 weeks pro‑rata paid holiday.
- Preferred candidates will be required to join or update their Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme before a formal offer is made.
- This vacancy does not meet Home Office rules for UK visa sponsorship. Apply only if you do not require UK visa sponsorship.
- A relocation package does not apply.
- Interview expenses will be paid from within Shetland.
- Flexible working arrangements are available.
Location
This post is based at Cunningsburgh Primary School, Cunningsburgh, Shetland.
Contact
Head Teacher: Melvyn Clark
Phone: 01595 807250
Email: melvyn.clark@shetland.gov.uk
Accessibility
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Contact Details:
Living & Working in Shetland Recruitment Team
