Pupil Support & Care Assistant (Part-Time, School)

Moray Council; Elgin; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Moray Council seeks an assistant to support learning and teaching for children with additional support needs. The role involves assisting with personal care, health and mobility, under guidance from teaching staff. PVG checks are required prior to offer. 27.5 hours per week during term time, with a pro rata starting salary of £27,455.48 and hourly rate £14.27. Closing 30 October 2026.

Temporary appointment until 15 August 2027; contact Greenwards Primary School for details.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children & young adults of school age in a caring and supportive environment
• Educated to standard' level or equivalent and a demonstrable understanding of English and Arithmetic
• Ability to observe professional confidentiality and implement sound judgement
• Ability to use initiative and 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 demonstrate empathy and tolerance and to respond positively to a variety of additional support needs

Responsibilities

• Support Learning & Teaching activities.
• Provide support to children and young people with additional support needs
• Attend to the personal care and health including the medical needs of pupils with additional support needs in maintaining a safe, healthy and hygienic environment.
• Support pupils with their mobility needs.

Job description

Moray Council seeks an assistant to support learning and teaching for children with additional support needs. The role involves assisting with personal care, health and mobility, under guidance from teaching staff. PVG checks are required prior to offer. 27.5 hours per week during term time, with a pro rata starting salary of £27,455.48 and hourly rate £14.27. Closing 30 October 2026.

Temporary appointment until 15 August 2027; contact Greenwards Primary School for details.