Salary: £17,509 - £19,056 per year
Contract Type: Temporary
Position Type: Part Time
Hours: 27.5 hours per week
Main Purpose of the Role
Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job; it's about being part of something meaningful. It's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.
We currently have the following opportunity:
Enhanced Pupil Support Assistant (Fixed Term until 17 August 2025) - PKC12600
£17,509 - £19,056 (27.5 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Bertha Park High School
We are seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant (Enhanced) to provide one-to-one support within our Intensive Support Provision.
Responsibilities:
* Support pupil learning in class and group settings.
* Assist with intimate care, eating/drinking routines.
* Supervise pupils in various settings.
* Prepare learning materials (e.g., Boardmaker).
* Support ICT programmes.
* Maintain awareness of school policies (Child Protection, etc.).
Skills & Experience Required
* Experience working with children/young people with ASN.
* PDA in Support for Learning, SVQ qualifications, SSCC registration.
Skills:
* Contribute to IEPs, support transitions, organise materials, willingness to undertake intimate care training, knowledge of ICT and augmentative communication, experience managing small groups, awareness of risk assessment and child protection.
* 6 public holidays within an additional discretionary day
We support flexible working where possible. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager. We value a healthy work-life balance and provide supportive management and flexible arrangements. Training and professional development opportunities are available.
Next Steps
We would love to hear from you. Please contact Lauren Findlay at 01738 452313 for more information.
Click “APPLY NOW” to submit your application.
External candidates should provide contact details for 2 references, including email addresses. One reference must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements. Please contact the hiring manager or the Recruitment Team at (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk for reasonable adjustments. Appointments depend on the outcome of pre-employment checks.
We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including former armed forces personnel/reservists. Skills gained in military careers may transfer well into local government roles.
Working with children and/or protected adults is regulated work under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. You will need to join or update the PVG Scheme.
If you have lived overseas for 12 months or more within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
Final employment is contingent upon passing mandatory pre-employment checks, including references, and verifying eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications, and fitness for the role.
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