School Support Worker, Portmoak Primary School, Kinnesswood

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

School Support Worker (Fixed Term until 31 December 2026) - PKC14233
£17,669 - £18,614 (27.5 Hours per week, Term-time only)
Portmoak Primary School, Kinnesswood

Portmoak Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic School Support Worker to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

From working with children and young people, to supporting the senior leadership team with administrative duties to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the school, the remit of the role is diverse with no two days the same.

The job family role profiles are attached. The role may focus on some aspects more than others at different times of the year, but there would be an expectation of flexibility based on the needs of the school.

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and committed School Support Worker to join our team at Portmoak Primary School.

In this rewarding role, your duties will include making a real difference to children's experiences by providing high-quality support, particularly for pupils with Additional Support Needs.

Part of your role will be working closely with staff, parents and partners to support children to engage successfully in their learning through our nurturing and restorative approach. You will help create a positive, inclusive learning environment and use a range of strategies to meet individual needs in a kind, patient and caring manner.

You will work collaboratively as part of our team, contributing to planning and reviewing support to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and will carry out your duties in line with local and national guidance, school policies and under the direction of the Head Teacher.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

At Portmoak Primary School, we are looking for a Primary Support Worker who is flexible, proactive and committed to helping children thrive in a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school community.

As a small rural school, positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and participation, helping every child feel valued, safe, included and ready to learn.

We are seeking someone who will:

• Have experience of working with children in an educational, childcare or similar setting, including children who require additional support with learning, communication, regulation or wellbeing.
• Demonstrate a caring, calm and nurturing approach, helping children feel safe, understood and supported throughout the school day.
• Support children’s learning, independence, confidence and resilience, both in class and during wider school routines such as transitions, playtimes and lunchtimes.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families and colleagues, contributing to the welcoming ethos of our school.
• Communicate effectively and sensitively, sharing relevant information with teaching staff and working collaboratively to meet children’s needs.
• Work well as part of a supportive team, responding positively to direction while also using initiative when appropriate.
• Be adaptable and practical, supporting pupils across different stages, settings and routines within a busy primary school environment.
• Promote inclusion, equity and positive outcomes for all learners, in line with our school values and commitment to getting it right for every child.

 

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Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. 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. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here's what we can offer you:

• A generous annual leave package
• 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day
• Eligibility to join our pension scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Anna Nesbitt, Head Teacher on 01577 867290 or at Portmoak@pkc.gov.uk to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.

Internal applicants applying for secondment must obtain line manager approval through the secondment form available under My Forms – Secondment Request Form on MyView. Please note that secondment requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. 

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming 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.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 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 the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.