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School Support Assistant

Published by Aberdeenshire Council
Ref: ABS48794 Published date: 06/10/2026 Closing date: 14/10/2026
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Location:

Alford Community School Network, Alford

Salary:
£16,598.00 - £17,159.00
Contract type:
Permanent
Position type:
Part Time
Hours:
25 hours
Categories:

Job Description

Provide operational and administrative support to smaller schools.
Provide basic administrative tasks that may include reception cover; carry out school related communications.
Provide first aid cover, administer medication, assist with emergency personal care and pupil supervision.

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.

Vacancies at the following schools:
Midmar School - 25 hours
Lumsden School - 25 hours

Expected interview date: 28/10/2026

Informal enquiries to: Gillian Neal - 01467 469725

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Requirements

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 one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.


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Location

Alford Community School Network, Alford


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