Education Support Assistant 35 hours per week Fixed Term for 9 – 12 months (Maternity Cover) Ayr Campus (Job holder may be required to work across all campuses, as required) £28,103 per annum, pro rata Reference: REQ01027 The HIVE (Hope, Inspiration and Vision in Education) focuses on preparing young people for life, learning and work, delivering a range of courses to support and enhance employability skills, health and wellbeing, enterprise and digital skills. As an Education Support Assistant, you will support HIVE students with additional and complex learning needs to enable the development of transferable skills, reduce barriers to participation and encourage independence through delivering a full range of learning support activities to assist students who require adaptation to their learning environment. This will involve direct in class support for HIVE students, including scribing, note taking, reading, prompting, proof reading and support with utilising assistive technologies, as well as addressing challenging behaviour as required. You will also provide support outside of the classroom, such as study skills sessions, demonstrating assistive technologies, providing support during breaks, and attend student review meetings to provide feedback on student progress and support transitions to and from HIVE courses. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills, are required in this position to motivate and engage with students, College staff and any external partners where appropriate. You will be qualified to HNC level or equivalent or will have relevant experience applicable to the role. A demonstratable knowledge of current developments and support for learning and an awareness of relevant legislation and government strategies to promote learning and equality for students with additional support needs. A comprehensive experience of providing support to young people and/or adults with additional support needs is required (preferably within an education or related environment). Please refer to the person specification for further details on essential and desirable requirements. Informal enquiries to Gregory Cassidy, Head of Learning & Skills, Supported Learning, HIVE and ESOL, via email. The closing date for applicants for this vacancy is 11.59pm on Sunday 15 February 2026. Application Procedure To apply for the post, please visit the web site and apply online. If you require any assistance, please contact the HR team. Thank you for your interest in pursuing a career with Ayrshire College.