Pupil Support Assistant — Inclusive Learning & Care

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

Job summary

Moray Council is seeking a supportive Assistant in the Early Years team to help provide a positive learning experience for children with additional support needs. You will support personal care, health needs, and mobility, contributing to a safe and supportive environment. PVG scheme membership is a condition of employment.

The role is temporary until 24 October 2027, 22 hours per week during term time, with a requirement to be registered with the PVG Scheme prior to offer.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children & young adults of school age in a caring and supportive environment.
• SSSC Registered (if not already registered, apply within 3 months and be fully registered within 6 months)
• Ability to observe professional confidentiality and implement sound judgement
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to work under guidance and direction of teaching staff
• Ability to assist young people with special educational needs in personal/medical care.
• Ability to express a patient and non-confrontational approach with challenging behaviour.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and tolerance and respond positively to additional support needs.

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 of pupils with additional support needs and assist in maintaining a safe, healthy and hygienic environment.
• Support pupils with their mobility needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication at all levels

Confidentiality

Empathy and tolerance

Teamwork

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

Standard level education or equivalent

SSSC registration or willingness to register within required timeframe

Job description

Moray Council is seeking a supportive Assistant in the Early Years team to help provide a positive learning experience for children with additional support needs. You will support personal care, health needs, and mobility, contributing to a safe and supportive environment. PVG scheme membership is a condition of employment.

The role is temporary until 24 October 2027, 22 hours per week during term time, with a requirement to be registered with the PVG Scheme prior to offer.