ASN Assistant - ARB16154

ARGYLL & BUTE COUNCIL; Garelochhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Kilcreggan Primary School is seeking a nurturing ASN Assistant to support children with additional needs. This temporary role offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment. Join a council committed to community and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym and leisure discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) membership required.
• Temporary position until 01 July 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional support needs.
• Work in a nurturing environment at Kilcreggan Primary School.

Skills

Nurturing

Communication

Job description

Service: Education

Closing Date: Friday 30th May 2025

ASN Assistants within the Helensburgh Area, based at Kilcreggan Primary School.

Argyll and Bute is renowned for its stunning landscapes. As an award-winning council, we play a vital role in the daily life and future of our diverse communities. Our goal is to make Argyll and Bute the ideal place to live, work, and do business. We are committed to offering a great career environment through excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic culture, enabling our 5,000 colleagues to deliver services that help our region thrive. Join us to make a difference.

Kilcreggan Primary School seeks a nurturing ASN assistant to join their team. The work pattern is negotiable with the successful candidate.

Our employees are key to the ongoing success of Argyll and Bute. We value our staff and offer benefits such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave, cycle-to-work scheme, gym and leisure discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth. We support flexible working arrangements where possible.

We care about our people and the environment, implementing initiatives like employee recognition, environmental policies, and more to support our values.

Learn more about our initiatives: Argyll and Bute Employee Recognition Programme, Disability Confident, Armed Forces, Fair Work First Statement, Equality and Fairness, Climate Change, Flexible and Hybrid Working Policy.

We believe a positive work-life balance enhances wellbeing and productivity. We consider flexible work requests carefully to ensure service quality is maintained.

This is a temporary position until 01 July 2026.

Applicants should note that:

• This post is not suitable for job sharing.
• Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) membership is required for working with children.
• The salary is full-time equivalent; actual pay is pro-rated for hours worked, based on a term-time schedule.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies.
• This is a temporary role, potentially available for secondment for career development, subject to managerial approval. Refer to secondment guidance for application.

To apply, click the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

For clarification, contact:

• Allison Smith, Head Teacher
• Telephone: [phone]
• Email: allison.smith@
• Reference: ARB16154/031787

Please note: Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button. CVs are not accepted.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to reflect our community. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Learn more about our commitments: Equality & Diversity Policy.