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

Job Description

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

£13.02 per hour, including 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 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 on an as and when basis to cover absences of permanent staff.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.

Please see attached 'Job Description & Person Specification ' for further information.