Classroom Assistant - ELC - ARB17293

Argyll Bute; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Lochgilphead invites applications for a part-time Classroom Assistant role at Tayvallich Primary School. The successful candidate will support the Early Learning and Childcare team in delivering engaging educational activities for young children. Applicants should possess strong pedagogical skills, a nurturing demeanor, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families. The position offers competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities, making it an excellent chance to thrive in a community-focused environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Generous leave entitlement

Cycle to work scheme

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Learning and career growth opportunities

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in early childhood education is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with children and families.
• Qualifications related to childcare or education will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of early learning activities.
• Support the lead teacher in classroom management.
• Engage with children in a nurturing manner.

Skills

Good pedagogical knowledge

Nurturing approach

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

# Classroom Assistant - ELCRef no:: ARB17293Published:: 09/01/2026Closes:: 23/01/2026Location:: Tayvallich Primary Pre Five Unit, Tayvallich Primary School, Tayvallich, Lochgilphead, PA31 8PWSalary:: £25,165 - £25,585 per year pro rataContract Type:: PermanentPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 12 hours per week**Service:** Education**Closing Date**: Friday 23rd January 2026Classroom Assistant - ELC, Tayvallich Primary Pre FiveArgyll and Bute is one of Scotland’s most stunning areas. As its award-winning council, we play a vital part in the day-to-day life and long-term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be, the place where people want to live, to work and do business. And we are committed to making the council the place **to have a great career**, by providing excellent benefits and a friendly, dynamic working culture so that each of our 5000 colleagues can deliver services that help our corner of Scotland thrive. Join us to make a difference.Tayvallich Primary School is seeking a motivated and creative Classroom Assistant to join our Early Learning and Childcare team. The successful candidate will demonstrate good pedagogical knowledge, a nurturing approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with children, colleagues and families. This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive and community-focused environment.Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16th December.Our employees make good things happen in the day-to-day life and for the longer term future of Argyll and Bute. We want you to feel valued working for us. We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth. We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work.We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives in place to help us look after the things we all care about.Learn more here , , , , ,,Argyll and Bute Council recognises the numerous benefits of a positive work-life balance to the wellbeing and productivity of our employees. We will take a flexible first approach to requests from our employees to change the way that they work. While we must balance such requests with the need to ensure the quality of the important services we deliver is not compromised, we will ensure that each request is given careful consideration with a view to achieving a positive outcome wherever possible.## Applicants should note that:-* This post requires Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children.* The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.* The salary shown is the full time equivalent salary, the actual salary will be paid pro rata for the hours worked, on a term time basis.To apply for this vacancy, please click on the **Apply Now** button at the top of this page.If you would like clarification on any information contained within the vacancy advert and/or the job description you will require to speak with the recruiting manager, who is:* Donna Scholefield, Head Teacher* Telephone: [phone]* Email: [e-mail]* Reference: ARB17293/ 021872**Please note that you cannot apply for this vacancy by contacting the recruiting manager, applications must be made by clicking on the Apply Now button at the top of this page.**Please also note that we ***do not*** accept CVs, only applications completed and submitted via the **Apply Now** button on this page.We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. To find out more about our commitment to this please visit .## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement