Job Description
Primary School Support Assistant (Fixed Term until 17 August 2025) - PKC12206
£4,249 - £4,440 (7.5 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Fairview School, Perth
We are looking for a lunchtime support who will support a number of our young people in Fairview School.
Fairview School is a special school supporting young people aged 3-18 with severe, complex and enduring learning and often associated medical needs.
This role would involve supporting young people over the lunch period to develop their independence skills around eating and drinking where possible, assisting young people with the eating and to keep them safe by following guidance and protocols in place.
There may also be time spent supporting young people outdoors to develop their play and communication skills.
The Individual
Ideally you will have had experience in a similar role, however, being patient, caring, a team player and able to follow protocols would be essential.
It can be an active role with some time spent outdoors.
An understanding of our values - Fun, Ambitious, Inspiring and Respectful would be important.
Application Process
If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Leigh Verdot, Head Teacher on 01738 473050.
When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.
Please APPLY ONLINE. Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.
Employment Conditions
As part of our safer recruitment measures, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of mandatory checks including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the post. This may also include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have spent time living overseas.
A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.
Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.
Perth & Kinross Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.
At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours.
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What we can do for you
If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
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