Pupil Support & Personal Care Aide

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

Job summary

Moray Council is seeking a dedicated assistant to support the early years team, helping children with additional support needs to access learning and develop independence. The role involves personal care, health needs, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

This is a temporary post until 24 October 2027, 21 hours per week during term time, with a pay rate of £14.27 per hour. PVG Scheme involvement is required prior to offer.

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.
• SSSC Registered (if you are not appropriately registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) prior to taking up post, you must apply for registration within 3 months and, be fully registered within 6 months)

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Discretion

Initiative

Education

Standard level education or equivalent

Job description

Moray Council is seeking a dedicated assistant to support the early years team, helping children with additional support needs to access learning and develop independence. The role involves personal care, health needs, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

This is a temporary post until 24 October 2027, 21 hours per week during term time, with a pay rate of £14.27 per hour. PVG Scheme involvement is required prior to offer.