Pupil Support Assistant - NAY17418 in Saltcoats

Pupil Support Assistant - NAY17418 in Saltcoats

Saltcoats Full-Time 23000 - 26000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
North Ayrshire Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support children and young people in their education and learning journey.
  • Company: Join North Ayrshire Council, a disability confident leader.
  • Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
  • Other info: Great career development opportunities in a collaborative team.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young learners.
  • Qualifications: Passion for education and ability to work with children.

The predicted salary is between 23000 - 26000 £ per year.

Temporary until 30th June 2027. Hours to be worked over 3 days.

This post is based within Dykesmains Primary School. Reporting to the Head Teacher, you will provide a range of support to enable children and young people to participate in education and learning. For more details see the attached Role Profile below.

North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

For your information if this post requires references you will be notified of further details if you are successful in gaining an interview. Not providing relevant references when requested may delay the outcome of the interview process.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by North Ayrshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant PVG check (£59 or £18), which will be deducted from your salary following commencement of employment.

As an employer of choice, North Ayrshire Council has identified four different Workstyles. Each post in the council has been allocated one of these styles: In Building – More than 90% of time spent primarily at a single base or location. This post has been allocated the workstyle: In Building.

Applicants may use AI tools to assist with drafting or refining their application. However, AI should only be used to enhance an application and must not replace personal experience or be used to generate content wholly on the applicant’s behalf.

Pupil Support Assistant - NAY17418 in Saltcoats employer: North Ayrshire Council

North Ayrshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff values of Focus, Passion, and Inspiration are at the forefront. As a disability confident leader, we prioritise reasonable adjustments and provide opportunities for professional growth, making Dykesmains Primary School a great place to contribute to the education and development of children and young people in our community.

North Ayrshire Council

Contact Details:

North Ayrshire Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Pupil Support Assistant - NAY17418 in Saltcoats

Child Support
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Behaviour Management
Empathy
Adaptability
Problem-Solving Skills