Pupil Support Assistant — Inclusive Learning & Care

Moray Council; Dufftown; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Moray Council is hiring an assistant to support teaching staff at Mortlach Primary School in Dufftown. This PVG-regulated post involves assisting pupils with additional support needs, personal care, and mobility, helping maintain a safe learning environment.

The role is temporary until 15 August 2027, 15.75 hours per week during term time, at £14.27 per hour. Closing date 20 November 2026. Apply via Moray Council’s recruitment channels.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with school-age children in a caring environment.
• Educated to standard level or equivalent.
• Ability to observe confidentiality and use sound judgement.
• Able to communicate at all levels.
• Ability to work under guidance of teaching staff.
• Willingness to undertake further training/development.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and teaching activities.
• Provide support to children and young people with additional support needs.
• Attend to personal care and health, including medical needs, and maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
• Support pupils with their mobility needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Patient empathy

Teamwork

Initiative

Observation

Education

Standard level or equivalent

Job description

Moray Council is hiring an assistant to support teaching staff at Mortlach Primary School in Dufftown. This PVG-regulated post involves assisting pupils with additional support needs, personal care, and mobility, helping maintain a safe learning environment.

The role is temporary until 15 August 2027, 15.75 hours per week during term time, at £14.27 per hour. Closing date 20 November 2026. Apply via Moray Council’s recruitment channels.