Job Description
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Assist the early years team in providing a supportive and positive learning experience for children with additional support needs, assisting them with their personal needs and promoting their independence.
Requirementsn
This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. The successful candidate will therefore be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council.
Responsibilitiesn
Support Learning and Teaching Activities.
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Provide support to children and young people with additional support needs.
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Attend to the personal care and health including the medical needs of pupils with additional support needs and assist in maintaining a safe, healthy and hygienic environment.
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Support pupils with their mobility needs.
The Individualn
Experience of working with children & young adults of school age in a caring and supportive environment
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Educated to ‘standard’ level or equivalent and a demonstrable understanding of English and Arithmetic.
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SSSC Registered (if you are not appropriately registered with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) prior to taking up post, you must apply for registration within 3 months and, be fully registered within 6 months)
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Ability to observe professional confidentiality and implement sound judgement
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Ability to use initiative
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Ability to communicate at all levels
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Ability to work under guidance and direction of teaching staff
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Ability to assist young people with special educational needs in personal/medical care.
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Ability to express a patient and non-confrontational approach when dealing with children and young people who display challenging behaviour.
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Ability to demonstrate empathy and tolerance and to respond positively to a variety of additional support needs
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Ability and commitment to undertake further training /development as required
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Rapport with children/young adults
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Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the Service
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Reliable
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Effective interpersonal skills and organisational skills
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Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment
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Able to assist in and carry out certain lifting tasks associated with the care of dependant young people
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Temporary Post until 24 October 2027
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Closing Date: 6 November 2026
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Starting Salary: £27,455.48 (pro rata)
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£14.27 per hour
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22 hours per week (term time)
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For further information, contact Mary Turner – 07971 879279
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