Classroom Assistant - Holy Family Primary - EAD09226

Ktpws; Kirkintilloch; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kirkintilloch is seeking a Classroom Assistant. This part-time role involves assisting teachers with administrative duties and supervising students during classroom hours. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to connect with children. This temporary position requires working mainly from 1 PM to 3 PM during school terms, paying £24,891.64 - £27,063.27 per year pro rata.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to children effectively.
• Good communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with non-teaching duties during school hours.
• Supervise pupils and prepare teaching materials.
• Provide support for learning under the direction of the class teacher.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Literacy

Knowledge of computer packages

Job description

# Classroom Assistant - Holy Family PrimaryRef no:: EAD09226Published:: 07/01/2026Closes:: 21/01/2026Location:: Holy Family Primary & Nursery, Westergreens Ave, Kirkintilloch, G66 4ATSalary:: £24,891.64 - £27,063.27 per year pro rataContract Type:: TemporaryPosition Type:: Part TimeHours:: 10 hours per week## Job Summary**Salary will be pro-rated for part-time and term-time hours. This position is temporary.****The work pattern is Monday – Friday 1pm to 3pm.**The appointment of Classroom Assistants is an essential ingredient of the Council’s drive to raise pupil attainment.Working 10 hours each week during school term time, you will assist teachers with non-teaching duties including administration, supervision of pupils, preparation of teaching materials and **under the direction** of the class teacher provide support for learning.Literate, numerate and with good interpersonal skills, you will be able to demonstrate a particular ability to relate to children. Good communication skills are essential and knowledge of computer packages would be advantageous.## PVG/Disclosure ScotlandThe following criteria applies to all roles within East Dunbartonshire Council where PVG/Disclosure checks are essential criteria.Where the post you are applying for is considered a Regulated Role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, successful candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by East Dunbartonshire Council.Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant check which will be deducted from the successful candidate’s first salary payment. Successful candidates who withdraw their application after the check process has started will be invoiced for the cost of the check.In specific circumstances the payment could be deducted in instalments from an employee’s wages following commencement of employment. Approval in such circumstances will be made by the HR &OD Manager.Should an employee leave in advance of the payment being deducted, the full amount will be deducted from the employee’s final salary.The criteria outlined above will apply to existing employees of East Dunbartonshire Council who apply for roles for which a PVG/Disclosure check is required.## Charter of CommitmentThe commitment by East Dunbartonshire Council to job applicants is as follows:• Individuals will be treated in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner. • Equalities monitoring will be conducted to ensure a fair and equitable process with screening being carried out to anonymise sensitive information such as age, gender and disability. • The information that we receive will be treated in confidence and with discretion. Only the relevant HR representative/team and the relevant service will see the application form. • We will encourage and welcome applications from applicants under the disability symbol. Where the essential criteria are met an interview will be offered to those applying under the disability symbol. • We will be pleased to make any reasonable adjustments to ensure accessibility at the interview. • We will advise you within reasonable time after the closing date if you have not met the interview criteria. (Normally within 4 weeks) • We will advise you of meeting the criteria for interview normally within 3 weeks. • We will advise you if you have been successful or unsuccessful at the interview stage as soon as practically possible.## Websites## Job Attachments* Share this job posting via Email### Advertisement