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 sign-posting 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.

Are you keen to learn/develop new skills within the field of vision support and make a real difference?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of the Laxey School and Vision Support Service (VSS) teams as a Senior Education Support Officer, providing tailored support to a pupil with a vision impairment. You will be supporting the pupil’s academic, social, and emotional development, ensuring their full inclusion within the school environment, and fostering independence.
Working closely with parents and colleagues alike, you will liaise between school and VSS, preparing materials and modifying resources so as to overcome visual barriers to learning, as well as supervising on visits and out of school activities. Joining a supportive and friendly team, you will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills within this specialised area, with specifically allocated time and full training in the use of specialised ICT. Your enthusiasm and empathy will be crucial when working across key stages and supporting transition.
If this sounds like a role you would enjoy and if you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you!