Classroom Assistant - MOR10583

Moray Council; Buckie; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local council in Scotland is seeking a Classroom Support Assistant to assist in various administrative and organisational tasks while supporting the learning activities of pupils. This temporary, maternity cover position will provide valuable experience working with children in a school environment, and is expected to last until June 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience of looking after young children.
• Commitment to undertake training and development.
• Understanding of parental needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with administrative and organisational tasks.
• Support learning activities of pupils.
• Contribute to the welfare and care of pupils.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Relate to Children

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

To assist the classroom teacher in providing administrative, practical and organisational tasks and also to support the learning activities of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the effective organisation and use of resources.
• Contribute to the quality of care and welfare of pupils.
• Support the needs of pupils in effectively accessing the curriculum.
• Support the quality of learning and teaching in the classroom.

The Individual

• Experience of looking after young children.
• Display ability and commitment to undertake initial training and subsequent staff development as required.
• An understanding of the needs of parents with young children.
• Ability to relate positively to young children and their parents.
• A keen interest in child development.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Flexible and adaptable approach.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Pleasant manner.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Temporary, maternity cover until June 2026

Closing Date: 18 April 2025
Starting Salary: £24,935.04 (pro rata)
£12. 96 per hour
27.5 Hours per week (term time only)

For further information contact: St Peter's Primary School, telephone [phone], email [e-mail]