Job Description

LOCATION:


@Scott Street, 68-86 Scott Street, Perth, PH2 8JW


SALARY:


30,689 - 32,866 per year


CONTRACT TYPE:


Temporary


POSITION TYPE:


Full Time


HOURS:


36 hours per week


WORK FROM HOME:


Hybrid



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

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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

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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

.