This role is a limited term appointment for 12 months.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 roleWould you like to be part of a dedicated team making school accessible and enjoyable for all learners?We're looking for a caring, patient and proactive Lunchtime Assistant to join our Vision Support Service at Ballakermeen High School. In this rewarding role, you'll be providing lunchtime support to a mainstream student who is blind; ensuring their safety, promoting independence, and helping them confidently navigate their lunchtime routines and school environment. With guidance from the Vision Support Service team, you'll play a key part in fostering positive social interactions, encouraging developing life skills, and building trusting relationships.This is a role for someone who brings warmth, calmness and common sense, and who values teamwork and communication. You'll work closely with Vision Support Service colleagues and wider school staff, follow specialist guiding techniques (training provided), and maintain high standards of care, confidentiality and safeguarding at all times. If you're enthusiastic, approachable and want to contribute to a supportive school community while making a meaningful impact each day, 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.✔ Free car parking.Working for the Isle of Man Public ServiceWe 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 . 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 and as an entire nation , we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.Things to noteAn 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.Ready to apply?We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at gemma.kneen@sch.imTo get the best out of your application, read our on the important essentials you need to know before applying.Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online, please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at .
