Pupil Wellbeing Worker

Job DescriptionAre you passionate about supporting children through life’s challenges? Do you have an HND in Child Development or relevant experience and a desire to make a difference? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you.
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Pupil Wellbeing Worker to provide essential support to primary and secondary pupils (transition from primary only). You’ll play a vital role in helping children navigate:

Mental health and wellbeing
Bereavement and loss
Social, emotional and behavioural needs
LGBT+ support
Personal safety
Additional support needs (ASN) transition from P7 to S1

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact in children's lives every day
Enjoy a comprehensive induction programme
Access to professional learning opportunities through Aberdeenshire’s Pupil Wellbeing Worker Professional Learning Framework
Be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and dedication

Location: Attached to Turriff Cluster (flexible working across the Cluster required).
If you're ready to make a difference and embark on an incredibly rewarding journey, we’d love to hear from you.
Fixed term for a period not exceeding 17/12/2027.
Informal Enquiries to: Fiona Eaton tel: 01888 530855
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A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here.  Alternatively, we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk RequirementsThis post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 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 both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.