Inclusive Pupil Support Assistant

East Dunbartonshire Council; Jedburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

East Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant to support children and young people with additional support needs in East Dunbartonshire schools. The role is temporary and term-time, with pro-rated salary depending on hours and term-time working.

You will assist with personal care, help pupils with learning activities under teacher direction, and support pupils individually or in small groups.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children and young people with additional support needs and an interest in their development is essential.
• A relevant qualification in childcare is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually or in small groups directed by the class teacher.
• Support pupils personal care needs.
• Provide supervision for pupils (playground, corridors, dining area, PE or trips).
• Contribute to support programmes with the school setting, as recommended by other professional services.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication with children

Peripatetic work

Education

Childcare qualification (desirable)

Job description

East Dunbartonshire Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant to support children and young people with additional support needs in East Dunbartonshire schools. The role is temporary and term-time, with pro-rated salary depending on hours and term-time working.

You will assist with personal care, help pupils with learning activities under teacher direction, and support pupils individually or in small groups.