Pupil Support Assistant - Leader Valley Enhanced Provision - SBO10509

Scottish Borders Council; Earlston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant for Leader Valley Enhanced Provision. The role supports pupils with complex additional support needs within the school support centre, working closely with teaching staff.

The post requires National 5 English and National 4 Maths (or equivalent) and is permanent, with a January 2027 start date. The successful candidate will contribute to an inclusive learning environment and adapts to diverse pupil needs.

Qualifications

• Must have National 5 English and National 4 Maths or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with teaching staff to support pupils with complex additional support needs in the provision.

Education

National 5 English

National 4 Maths

Job description

Pupil Support Assistant - Leader Valley Enhanced Provision - SBO10509

Contract Duration: Permanent

**Please note this post is to start January 2027

Role Purpose

To work closely and co-operatively with teaching staff to support the needs of pupils identified as having complex additional support needs in the support centre.

National 5 English and National 4 in Maths or equivalent qualification.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Alison MacPherson at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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