Community Learning Assistant - 2 Posts, City Base @Scott Street, Perth

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:

Community Learning Assistant, 2 Posts (Fixed Term until 31 July 2026) - PKC13341
£30,689 - £32,866
City Base @Scott Street, Perth

Shape lives, build futures—join the Children, Families and Justice Service at Perth and Kinross Council.

Guided by the values of compassion, integrity, and ambition, our teams make a real difference every day.

Whether you're supporting children, families, or adults, you'll be part of a service that puts people first, champions rights-based and person-centred practice, and values relationship-based approaches to change lives.

We offer a collaborative, inclusive environment where your voice matters, your wellbeing is supported, and your professional growth is nurtured.  Be part of a council that recognises the life-changing impact of a service that invests in early intervention, innovation, and frontline excellence.

As part of Children, Families and Justice Service, Services for Young People offer support to young people aged 12-26 across Perth and Kinross, we currently have two temporary Community Learning assistant positions until July 2026 to support our care experienced young people increase their school attendance

Based at Scott Street in Perth, you will work alongside staff from Services for Young People, and through using the Youth Work model ‘building trusting relationships to help children feel safe and valued’ you will become an integral part of young people’s individuals plans to support them to increase their attendance and engagement with education.

Assisting in establishing routines and reducing barriers you will support young people to be ready, prepared and motivated to attend or engage with education.

You will be responsible to the Team Leader for Services for Young People.

Skills & Experience Required

Have you a flexible approach to working with young people and have a clear understanding of the issues that affect them?  If so, then this role could be for you.

You should be able to evidence the ability to communicate well with young people, professionals and to work independently as well as part of a team.

A knowledge of legislation in relation to child protection and care experienced young people is particularly desirable.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in youth work, education, social care, or community development.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working directly with young people, particularly those who may be disengaged or facing complex challenges.
• A strong understanding of the barriers that can impact access to education and services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and empathetic approach to building trust and positive relationships 

If you are committed to empowering young people and helping them reach their full potential, this opportunity could be for you.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

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
• Paid SSSC annual membership for relevant positions

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.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Alexa Keen at AKeen@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.

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.