Pupil Support Assistant

Midnight Mixtape; Aboyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to assist teachers in enhancing pupil achievement and ensuring a safe learning environment. This role requires flexibility in working locations within the Aboyne cluster and a commitment to quality service delivery. The successful candidate will work with a diverse range of pupils from P1 to S6, contributing to their care, health, and wellbeing. With a fixed-term contract until July 2026, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives while ensuring compliance with safeguarding regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum one reference from current or recent employer required.
• Commitment to quality service delivery and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in promoting pupil achievement and standards.
• Provide general support for pupil care, health, and wellbeing.

Skills

Flexibility

Commitment to quality service

Childcare knowledge

Education

Reference from current or recent employer

Job description

Job Description

Assist teachers in promoting achievement and raising the standards of pupil attainment and provide general support in relation to the needs of the class and individuals' care, health and wellbeing and safety; to ensure a secure and safe environment. There is a requirement to be flexible in school location within the cluster, according to individual circumstances and work with a range of pupils from P1 - S6.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Initially you will be based in the location advertised, but you may be required to work elsewhere within the Aboyne CSN.

Fixed term, for a period not exceeding 3 July 2026.

Informal enquiries to Alison Gagne, tel: [phone]

Requirements

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.