Pupil Support Assistant - ABS44908
| Posting date: | 29 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.09 to £13.50 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 August 2025 |
| Location: | Oldmeldrum, AB16 56B |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aberdeenshire Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | ABS44908 |
Summary
Job Description
Assist teachers in promoting achievement and raising the standards of pupil attainment and provide general support in relation to the needs of the class and individuals’ care, health and wellbeing and safety; to ensure a secure and safe environment.
There is a requirement to be flexible in school location within the cluster, according to individual circumstances and work with a range of pupils from P1 – S6.
There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.
There are various hours at the following schools but maybe subject to change: Pitmedden School, Tarves School, Methlick School, Meldrum School and Meldrum Academy.
Initially you will be based in the location advertised, but you may be required to work elsewhere within the Meldrum CSN.
Fixed term for a period not exceeding 28/03/2027
Informal enquiries to: Lindsay Threadgold 01651 267470
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Requirements
This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.
This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
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