Learning Centre Pupil Support Assistant

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant at Lockerbie Primary School Learning Centre for 27.5 hours per week. The role runs term time over 39 weeks and is fixed term until March 2027, with potential secondment options.

You will build relationships with pupils, support participation in lessons and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment. Applicants should be caring, supportive and committed, with willingness to undertake training as part of our induction and

Qualifications

• The successful candidates will need to meet SCQF Level 4 or equivalent, including Numeracy and Literacy.
• Experience of working with children/young people is advantageous.
• Willingness to undertake training as part of induction and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Build strong and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Help pupils take part in lessons and participate in activities.
• Encourage independence, including personal care where needed.
• Support learning and help pupils make friends.
• Help ensure pupils feel safe, happy and ready to learn.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Education

SCQF Level 4 (Numeracy & Literacy)

Job description

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant at Lockerbie Primary School Learning Centre for 27.5 hours per week. The role runs term time over 39 weeks and is fixed term until March 2027, with potential secondment options.

You will build relationships with pupils, support participation in lessons and foster a safe, inclusive learning environment. Applicants should be caring, supportive and committed, with willingness to undertake training as part of our induction and