Learning Assistant - DGA12179

Ktpws; Scotland; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Learning Assistants at North West Community Campus Cluster. In this role, candidates will provide essential support to pupils with additional needs, helping them reach their full potential. The position is part-time and fixed term, perfect for individuals passionate about overcoming learning barriers in a school environment.

Benefits

Access to discounts from top UK retailers

Financial support through My Money Matters

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Wellbeing Champion guidance

Qualifications

• Educated to SCQF Level 4 (e.g. National 4) including Numeracy and Literacy.
• Experience working with children/young people.
• Willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional support needs.
• Help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Work under the direction of teaching staff.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

SCQF Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Location: North West Community Campus Cluster, DG2 9LU

Salary: £12,219.12 - £18,777.80 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 19 hours per week

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Learning Assistant (2) (Fixed Term)
North West Community Campus Cluster based at North West Community Campus Primary School

Post 1: 19 hours per week over 39 weeks per year (fixed term up to 18/08/2026)
£12,219.12 - £12,973.75

Post 2: 27.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year (to cover a maternity leave)
£17,685.57 - £18,777.80

We are seeking to appoint a capable and enthusiastic Learning Assistant with the desired personal qualities and skills to join the staff team within the North West Community Campus Cluster based at North West Community Campus Primary School. You will be required to support pupils with additional support needs to overcome barriers to their learning and reach their full potential.

These posts may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for these posts.

We are seeking to appoint a capable and enthusiastic Learning Assistant with the desired personal qualities and skills to join the staff team within the North West Community Campus Cluster based at North West Community Campus Primary School. You will be required to support pupils with additional support needs to overcome barriers to their learning and reach their full potential.

These posts may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for these posts.

The successful candidates must be educated to SCQF Level 4 (e.g. Standard Grade General, National 4) or equivalent, including Numeracy and Literacy or equivalent and experience of working with children and/or young people. A willingness to undertake training will be required.

Experience of working with children/young people with additional support needs and a visit to Primary Inclusion Hub prior to application would be advantageous. A willingness to undertake training will be required.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

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With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation

For further information please contact: Bradey Maxwell-Grierson, Headteacher by email: [e-mail]