UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides. To support our work, we are recruiting for the following role:
To support our work we are recruiting to the following role:
Classroom Auxiliary - Pathway to College & Employment
| Reference no. | NWH CA TH 01 |
|---|---|
| Salary range | £25,360 per annum, pro-rata |
| Duration | Fixed Term until June 2026 |
| Working hours | 8 hours per week, part-time |
| Location | Thurso |
| Closing Date | 12pm, Wednesday 18th June 2025 |
Position: We are seeking a Classroom Auxiliary - Pathway to College & Employment to be based at our Thurso campus.
Responsibilities: The post holder will be responsible for working within the Learning Support team to provide ongoing support to learners with disabilities and or additional support needs on a 1-1 basis, including reader/scribe/support for assignments, assessments, and examinations necessary for learners.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills: The suitable candidates will have an HNC level qualification or hold HNC units and be able to demonstrate having worked in a role where you can show empathy and understanding. The suitable candidates will have excellent communication and IT skills and be able to adapt their communication style/approach to support a variety of situations/student needs.
A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.
Benefits of working for us:
- 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
- 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
- Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
- Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
- £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work
To Apply: For a full job description and an application form, download the pack below or email recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk
If you have any queries about the application process please contact recruitment.nwh@uhi.ac.uk.