Education Support Officer

Job Description

We are looking for an Education Support Officer to join our fast paced, dynamic and nurturing Whole Family Wellbeing department.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team to support Aberdeenshire schools to identify, plan for and meet additional support needs, specifically around the creation of Umbrella Groups in Secondary Schools. In addition to this, there will be an aspect of supporting parents by linking them with experts and providing workshops to support their neurodiverse children and young people.

The base for this position will be flexible with the option of hybrid working.

A strong commitment to Inclusion and Getting It Right for Every Child, and a good working knowledge of inclusive practice and trauma informed procedures, are essential.

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered.

Please refer to the job description for further information on essential and desirable qualities.

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. The chosen candidate will be working within the Foundation Apprenticeship Team.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 31 July 2027

Expected Interview Date: 29 June 2026

Informal Enquiries to Holly Robertson Tel: 07930534409

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Requirements

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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.

This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.