School Assistant; Term-Time Primary - SOA- SOA

JOB DESCRIPTION

To relieve teachers of non‑teaching duties including classroom administration and practical tasks such as the preparation of teaching materials.

Support the learning activities of children under the direction of the classroom teacher / Principal Teacher and other colleagues.

Support pupils with additional support needs of a wide nature which include physical difficulties and challenging behaviour.

South Ayrshire is at the heart of historic Ayrshire, with a wealth of local heritage and culture, first‑class leisure amenities, worldwide travel links, diverse landscapes and thriving communities.

We are an ambitious Council, employing around 6000 people to serve a population of more than 112,000 across the area.

• Competitive salary
• Excellent pension scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and Occupational Health services
• Work‑life balance support
• Car leasing scheme
• Discounts on major supermarkets, cinemas and gyms including Council leisure facilities
• Purchase of white goods via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Scotwest Credit Union

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults, and candidates must be members of the PVG Scheme or undergo an update prior to formal offer. Further information is available on the Disclosure Scotland website. PVG costs may be required.

Interviews are scheduled for 26 January 2026.

This post is temporary until 30 June 2026. The grade is Level 4, work style Frontline worker.