Pupil Support Assistant

Dundee City Council; Dundee; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Dundee City Council is seeking a part-time support assistant for various locations in Dundee, providing essential services to children and young people with additional support needs. The role requires a commitment to the educational environment, involving teamwork, communication, and a flexible attitude. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience, particularly in working with diverse learning needs, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for all students.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people, including those with learning needs.
• Proficient with word processing and general admin tasks.
• Reliability and openness to training.

Responsibilities

• Provide flexible support service during the school day.
• Assist teachers in educational programs for children with additional needs.
• Work within a cohesive support staff team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

3 National 5s including English and Maths

Tools

Word Processing

General Admin Duties

Job description

Location: Dundee City Council Various Locations in Dundee, DD1 1NL

Salary: £13,090 - £13,730 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 0 hours per week

Job Description

Based at St Paul's or Harris Academy, you will work 19 or 19.5 hours per week, term time on a temporary basis until April 2026. Please indicate your preference on the application form.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Phil Smith by email at [e-mail].

Requirements

You will have 3 National 5s, or equivalent, to include English and Maths.

Responsibilities

You will work as part of a cohesive support staff team providing a flexible and comprehensive support service throughout the school day. You will assist the Principal Teacher (SFL) and class teachers in the provision of educational programmes designed to meet the requirements of children and young people with additional support and wellbeing needs.

The Individual

You will have experience working with children and young people, including those with learning needs. You will also have experience of word processing, computer input, and general admin duties with good communication and keyboard skills.

You will have the ability to work well under direction, use your own initiative as required, and work as part of a team. You should be reliable and conscientious with a friendly, open nature and a flexible attitude to sharing responsibilities and willingness to undertake training.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Dundee City Council.