Vacancy Information
The salary advertised is for a full-time position (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours/sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.
Hourly rate of pay: £12.96 - £13.78
This is a 39-week sessional post, meaning working hours will be during school term time plus in-service days.
Days and hours of work: Monday - Friday, working times to be confirmed. To start 11th August 2025.
We are looking for a Classroom Assistant to support our young people at our new school in Blindwells. Working times will be discussed at interview.
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21st May 2025.
Job Details
To support the quality of teaching and learning for pupils and assist in promoting pupil development through support and involvement in learning activities.
Note: Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties. You must refer to these to complete your application and ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria to be considered for interview.
The East Lothian Way
The 'East Lothian Way' encompasses the values and behaviours expected from our employees. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please review the document via the provided link to familiarize yourself.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications: Good standard of general education.
Nursery Only: SSSC registration is essential. If not already a member, you will need to apply within 3 months of starting to ensure registration within 6 months.
PVG Membership: This role is considered a Regulated Role involving vulnerable groups, as per the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. All candidates will need to become or update PVG Scheme members before employment offers.
Records are regularly updated; any relevant disclosures will be discussed and investigated before a formal offer.
Additional Note: If you have spent over 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, an overseas criminal record check will be required. Details are available on GOV.UK.
Additional Information
For more information on East Lothian Council employment, visit: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
Details on all East Lothian Council Primary Schools can be found at: Primary Schools
If you have difficulties applying via MyJobScotland, support is available at: MyJobScotland support
For further vacancy information, please call 01620 827868 or email us. Note: CVs are not accepted; applications must be completed via the online form. If unable to complete online due to disability, contact us for a paper application.
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