Intensive Support Pupil Assistant

Perth and Kinross Council; Aberfeldy; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Wellbeing framework

Job summary

Breadalbane Academy in Aberfeldy is seeking a compassionate Pupil Support Assistant to join the Intensive Support Provision team. You will work with pupils with additional support needs to access learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The ISP provides multidisciplinary collaboration with teachers, therapists and other professionals, supporting social, emotional and behavioural needs while promoting belonging and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting children and young people with Additional Support Needs (ASN).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including teachers and therapists.
• Willingness to undertake training for specific medical conditions and intimate care.
• Understanding of inclusive practice and nurturing approaches.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, patient, and resilient approach.
• A commitment to Child Protection, risk management, and confidentiality.
• A strong commitment to promoting wellbeing and safeguarding young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to pupils within the ISP and, where appropriate, mainstream classes.
• Support pupils to experience a strong sense of belonging within the school community.
• Encourage pupils to build confidence and believe in their abilities.
• Help pupils to set goals and aspire to success.
• Support engagement in learning and celebrate progress to enable pupils to achieve.
• Assist with implementing individualised education and support plans (IEPs/CSPs).
• Support social, emotional, and behavioural needs using nurturing and restorative approaches.
• Work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside teachers, therapists, and other professionals.
• Assist with personal and intimate care needs, where required.
• Support pupils with specific medical or dietary needs as appropriate.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

ASN experience

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Medical condition training

Inclusive practice

Communication skills

Calm and patient demeanor

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Breadalbane Academy in Aberfeldy is seeking a compassionate Pupil Support Assistant to join the Intensive Support Provision team. You will work with pupils with additional support needs to access learning in a nurturing, inclusive environment.

The ISP provides multidisciplinary collaboration with teachers, therapists and other professionals, supporting social, emotional and behavioural needs while promoting belonging and wellbeing.