Job Description
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To assist in the management and education of children and young people with additional support needs (ASN).
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A Learning Support Worker may be asked to work with any child or group of children either within a department or within a mainstream class. They may be asked to work alongside and with specific guidance from any teacher within a School. Work around an individual child may be based on an individualised education programme. This programme is followed by all staff working with the child / young person and may involve working with professionals and therapists e.g. Speech Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Child Psychologist, etc.
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More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
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Please follow the link(s) below for further information –
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North Roe School is a non-denominational school situated in North Roe, the most northerly community on the mainland of Shetland. At present there are 11 pupils in one multi-composite class. The school is managed by a Teaching Head Teacher. The current Head Teacher is Mrs Abigail Thompson. Further information can be found on the school blog at https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/sh/northroeprimaryschool/north-roe-primary-school/
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www.shetland.gov.uk
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- The grade of this post is F
- Rate of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £1.5523 per hour
- Temporary Part Time post for 18.0 Hours per Week, 39 weeks per year, 39 weeks per year plus 6.24 weeks (pro rata) paid holiday to be taken during school holidays.
- Temporary contract for a period of approximately 9 months until May 2027. This is for the duration of a period of maternity leave, and will terminate following the return to work or resignation of the postholder.
- Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
- A relocation package does not apply to this post
- We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
- We are happy to talk flexible working
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During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.
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This post is based at North Roe Primary School, North Roe, Shetland.
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For further details relating to this post, please contact: Abigail Thompson, Head Teacher, on 01595 745685 or email Abigail.Thompson@shetland.gov.uk
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If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
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Information about Shetland
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Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.
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Find out more about:
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Living and working in Shetland: here
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The Shetland Islands Council: here
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