Learning Assistant PEF

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is hiring a part-time Learning Assistant at Rephad Primary School. The role focuses on providing essential support for pupils with various needs to enhance their learning experience. Applicants should have SCQF Level 4 education, skills in numeracy and literacy, and experience with children. This temporary position offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes a diverse work environment.

Benefits

Discounts via Vivup platform

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial advice

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Educated to SCQF Level 4 or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Willingness to undertake training, especially on additional support needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the school in raising pupil attainment.
• Provide nurturing support to pupils with diverse additional needs.
• Fulfill duties as outlined in the job description.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Experience with children or young people

Willingness to undertake training

Experience with additional support needs

Education

SCQF Level 4 or equivalent

Job description

Location: Rephad Primary School, Ladies Walk, DG9 8BW

Salary: £11,254.46 - £11,949.50 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Job Description

Rephad Primary School is seeking a Learning Assistant - Pupil Equity Funding position, starting from 19/08/2025 until 18/08/2026. The role involves supporting the school in raising attainment through nurturing support, working 17.5 hours per week, during term time.

The successful candidate will support pupils with diverse additional needs, including learning, medical, social, and emotional needs, following the duties outlined in the job description.

Applicants must be educated to SCQF Level 4 or equivalent, with skills in Numeracy and Literacy, and have experience working with children or young people. Willingness to undertake training is required. Experience with children with additional support needs is preferred.

This position may be suitable for secondment; applicants must seek approval from their line manager before applying.

This role is classified as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will need to join or update their PVG Scheme prior to employment.

Applicants with residence outside the UK within the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence.

The council offers a benefits package including discounts via the Vivup platform, local business discounts, Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial advice, and wellbeing support.

Dumfries and Galloway Council values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, promoting equality, dignity, and fairness.

Interviews are scheduled for July 2nd.