Asn Auxiliary

eastlothian.gov.uk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A comprehensive secondary school in the United Kingdom is seeking a support worker to assist pupils with additional needs. The role involves providing care to individuals and groups, ensuring an inclusive learning environment. Candidates should have experience with children and a good standard of education. This is a part-time, temporary position with an hourly rate ranging from £14.65 to £15.75, and work is to be carried out during term time.

Qualifications

• SSSC registration essential; new app registers within 6 months.
• PVG Scheme membership required due to regulated role.
• Criminal record check required if lived outside the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and assistance to individual pupils with additional support needs.
• Support small groups of pupils in their learning environment.
• Work during school term time plus in-service days.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Ability to provide support

Education

Good standard of general education

Job description

Vacancy Information

Salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part‑time hours / sessional posts will be pro‑rated accordingly.

Hourly rate of pay: £14.65 – £15.75. Temporary until 26 June 2026. This is a 39‑week sessional post. Working hours during school term time plus in‑service days.

Days and Hours of Work

Friday plus two other negotiable days. Working times are Monday‑Thursday 08:30‑15:25, Friday 08:30‑12:15. To start ASAP.

About the School

Musselburgh Grammar School is a fully comprehensive secondary school with about 800 pupils (ages 12‑18) and over 60 staff.

Our vision is one of ambition and inspiration, consistent with our school's motto of 'Striving for Excellence – Caring for All.' We are determined to ensure that every young person receives the very best at MGS.

Position Summary

Provide care and assistance to individuals and small groups of pupils with additional support needs.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Good standard of general education.
• Experience of working with or caring for children with additional support needs.
• SSSC registration essential. New app registers within 6 months.
• PVG Scheme membership required due to regulated role.
• If more than 3 months working or living outside the UK in the last 5 years, must present overseas criminal record check.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information, please view the web page at https://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo.