Lunchtime Assistant - Specialist Provision Centre - Rushen Primary School

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.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of pupils with additional needs? Join the Specialist Provision Centre at Rushen Primary School as a Lunchtime Assistant, where you’ll support pupils during a key part of their day. Working closely with the team, you’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive environment, encouraging positive play, supporting routines and ensuring pupils feel safe, settled and ready to learn.

This is a rewarding, hands‑on role where you’ll play a meaningful part in pupils’ development and day‑to‑day experience. From supporting with meals and personal care to building trusted relationships and responding calmly to different situations, you’ll bring patience, initiative and a team‑focused approach. You’ll also contribute to the continued development of the service, helping to create positive experiences for both pupils and their families.

If you’re looking for a fulfilling role where your support really matters, apply now and become part of a team dedicated to helping every child thrive.

• A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
• Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the Isle of Man 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.
• Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.
• Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
• Free car parking.

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.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

An 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.