Dedicated Pupil Support & Learning Assistant

Scottish Borders Council; Jedburgh; On-site; GBP 9,100 - 9,500; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council seeks a Pupil Support Assistant to assist in classrooms, support pupils with daily tasks, and help implement educational plans under supervision. The role involves communication, supervising during intervals, and assisting with feeding and medication after training.

No formal qualifications are required, though a basic school education is desirable. On-the-job training is provided. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcome.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required, but an acceptable standard of school education is desirable.
• Pupil Support Assistants will be required to undertake on the job training as and when available.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with pupils and staff.
• Complete written tasks accurately.
• Use IT tools as directed for lesson support.
• Assist with mobility and personal care as needed.
• Monitor pupil progress in learning and behaviour.
• Contribute to reports for pupils for reviews and planning meetings.

Skills

Communication

Written tasks

Use of IT

Mobility

Self care

Toileting

Feeding/medication

Supervision

Cleaning support

Education

No formal qualifications

Job description

Scottish Borders Council seeks a Pupil Support Assistant to assist in classrooms, support pupils with daily tasks, and help implement educational plans under supervision. The role involves communication, supervising during intervals, and assisting with feeding and medication after training.

No formal qualifications are required, though a basic school education is desirable. On-the-job training is provided. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcome.