Additional Support Needs Assistant (Term Time - Part Time)(Temporary)

Renfrewshire Council; Paisley; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking council seeks a dedicated Additional Support Needs Assistant to work with young people in educational settings. This part-time role involves supporting students with diverse needs, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance to thrive. As part of a collaborative team, you'll work closely with teachers and school staff, contributing to a positive learning environment. The position is temporary, requiring a commitment to the well-being of students and a passion for education. If you have experience with children and are eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Pre 5, Primary, or Secondary age children is essential.
• Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with Additional Support Needs in schools.
• Work under the direction of class teachers and head teacher.

Skills

Experience with children

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

ICT equipment experience

Job description

Location: Glencoats Primary School Falcon Crescent, PA3 1NS

Salary: £6,215 - £6,787 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 10 hours per week

Advert

As an Additional Support Needs Assistant, you will be committed to working with young people/pupils with Additional Support Needs and be deployed to support young people within schools and other establishments across Renfrewshire.

Whilst responsible to the head teacher/head of establishment, you will work under the direction of and in partnership with nominated class teachers.

It is essential that you have experience of working with and/or caring for Pre 5, Primary or Secondary age children, together with demonstrable literacy, numeracy skills, and experience of ICT equipment and associated software packages.

Please note that this post is temporary, subject to business needs and funding for 12 months or until the requirement for the post ceases, whichever date is the earlier.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post.