About the role
Are you passionate about supporting young people to develop their social, emotional, and learning skills?
We are seeking a dedicated Senior Education Support Officer to join our Pastoral Support Team at St Ninian's High School. In this important role, you will play a key part in delivering the school's universal and additional interventions programme. Your responsibilities will include planning, implementing, and monitoring a variety of universal interventions designed to promote student wellbeing and personal development.
You will also support the management and supervision of students, helping to maintain a safe and positive school environment, alongside undertaking administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of our Student Safeguarding processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people within our supportive school community.
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.
Free car parking.
Working for the Isle of Man Public Service
We 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 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.
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 net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment.
Things to note
A enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.
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
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As part of your application, please include a Letter of Application. This document should be no longer than 1000 words or 2 sides of A4 paper. Please ensure that your letter highlights why you are interested in this post and how your previous experience, skills and knowledge relate to this the requirements of this role. You can download a Word or PDF template in the supporting documents below. Please attach this document with your CV when completing your online application within the Cover Letter section.
Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on or by email