Learning and Care Assistant

Dundee City Council; Dundee; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dundee City Council seeks individuals to assist class teachers in providing care and education for children and young people with additional support needs in Dundee schools. This temporary role, offering flexible hours until April 2026, requires relevant qualifications and experience in a caring educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and/or young people with complex needs.
• Willingness to be trained in complex healthcare needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support class teachers in providing high standard care.
• Meet physical and developmental needs of children with additional support needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

PDA ESQ qualification or equivalent (at SCQF level 6)

Job description

Location: Dundee City Council Various Locations in Dundee, DD1 1NL

Salary: £10,091 - £25,168 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 0 hours per week

Job Description

Based at one of our Dundee schools within primary or secondary, you will work part or full time, with various hours available per week on a temporary basis until April 2026. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Phil Smith by email at [e-mail].

Requirements

You will have a PDA ESQ qualification or equivalent (at SCQF level 6 or above, e.g., NC Early Education and Childcare; SVQ3 Social Care).

Responsibilities

You will assist and support class teachers in providing a high standard of care and a comprehensive educational programme designed to meet the physical and developmental needs of children and young people with additional support needs. These needs may arise from the learning environment, medical or disability issues, familial circumstances, or social and emotional issues.

The Individual

You will have experience working with children and/or young people with complex and additional support needs. You will be trained, or willing to be trained, in complex healthcare needs. You should have good communication skills and be an effective team member who can support class teachers. The ability to provide high-quality care, remain calm in challenging situations, and demonstrate empathy, flexibility, and reliability is essential. This post is considered regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment by Dundee City Council.