Support and Care Assistant


Company:	UHI Perth
Salary:	£31,164.47 to £32,836.36 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Perth, PH1 2NX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	2 Sept 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

Part Time, Fixed Term until 22 January 2027

Variable hours, Term Time Only

£31,164.47 - £32,836.36 per annum, pro rata

UHI Perth is one of Scotland’s leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education, and a large partner in Scotland’s newest University, the University of the Highlands and Islands.

We are looking to appoint a Support and Care Assistant to join our team on a fixed term basis for maternity cover. This role provides an opportunity for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual to join our dedicated SVS team.

You will support our students with additional support needs and/or learning disabilities and assist with personal care, improving their overall learning experience.

You should be able to demonstrate previous experience of working with vulnerable people and have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. It is essential that you have excellent communication skills and can liaise with others in a professional manner.

Closing date: 23:45 on Thursday 17 September 2026

Interviews will be held on Friday 25 September 2026

This post undertakes regulated work with children and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check is required. A check will be made against the list of those barred from working with children and protected adults.

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