Support Assistant for Educational Needs
3 weeks ago
Job Overview
Position: Support Assistant (Fixed Term)
Organization: Dumfries & Galloway Council
Salary Range: £10.17 - £10.82
We are looking to recruit two dedicated Support Assistants who possess the necessary personal attributes and competencies to become part of our educational team. The primary responsibility will be to enhance the health and wellbeing of secondary school students facing severe and complex additional support requirements.
The role encompasses assisting students during breaks and lunchtime with their eating and drinking needs, as well as engaging in activities before, during, and after these periods, which may include intimate personal care. Additionally, you will provide general auxiliary support within the educational environment.
Each position entails a commitment of 20 hours per week, spread over 38 weeks annually, with working hours of 4 hours per day, Monday to Friday, during term time.
These roles are fixed-term for a duration of up to one year.
This position may be appropriate for secondment; however, prior approval from your line manager is required before applying.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience working with children and young individuals, possess at least Standard Grades in English and Maths (or equivalent), and demonstrate the ability to foster positive relationships with youth.
Experience in supporting children or young people with additional needs is highly desirable. A readiness to engage in training will be essential. Our organization caters to secondary-aged students with severe and complex needs, necessitating support for individuals with diverse requirements, including communication challenges, autism spectrum disorders, visual impairments, and physical disabilities.
This role is classified as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, in accordance with the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to the formal employment offer.
For additional information, please refer to the appropriate contact within the organization.
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