Classroom Assistant - ELC - ARB17196

Argyll and Bute Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Scotland is seeking a motivated Classroom Assistant at Tayvallich Primary School. The role involves supporting lunch times and collaborating with children and families to foster a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have the ability to work well in teams and a passion for early learning. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic council setting. Apply now to make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Wellbeing initiatives

Opportunities for learning and career growth

Qualifications

• Experience in a child-focused environment.
• Ability to support early learning and childcare practices.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtime activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Early Learning and Childcare team.

Skills

Nurturing approach

Collaborative work with children and families

Job description

Service: Education

Closing Date: Friday 12th December 2025

Classroom Assistant - ELC (Lunch cover), Tayvallich Primary Pre Five

Argyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business. And we are committed to making the council the place to have a great career, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.

Tayvallich Primary School is seeking a motivated and creative Classroom Assistant to join our Early Learning and Childcare team to support with lunch times. The successful candidate will demonstrate a nurturing approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with children, colleagues and families. This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and community-focused environment.

Interviews for this post will held on Tuesday 16 December.

We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth.

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

Applicants should note that:

• This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children.
• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.
• The salary shown is the full time equivalent salary, the actual salary will be paid pro rata for the hours worked, on a term time basis.

To apply for this vacancy, please click on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description you will require to speak with the recruiting manager, who is:

• Donna Scholefield, Head Teacher
• Telephone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]
• Reference: ARB17196 / 038563

Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.

Please also note that we do not accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the BApply Now button on this page.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit Equality & Diversity Policy.