Pupil Support Assistant Level 2

Ziron Environmental Services, Inc.; Cupar; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to enhance the educational experiences of children and young people. In this impactful role, you will provide essential support to pupils requiring additional assistance, helping them to thrive academically and personally. Your responsibilities will include working closely with teachers, supervising medication administration, and implementing specialized support programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of young learners, fostering their independence and personal growth. If you are passionate about education and committed to supporting children with diverse needs, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills to work as part of a team.
• Experience supporting young people with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually or in small groups for learning.
• Supervise self-administration of medication for pupils.
• Carry out support programmes designed by specialists.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Support for Young People

IT Skills

Education

2 National 5’s or equivalent

NC in Early Education and Childcare

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People)

Job description

We are looking for a committed Pupil Support Assistant (2) who is passionate about improving life chances for all, so that children and young people can achieve their full potential.

As a Pupil Support Assistant (2), you will work under the direction and supervision of a class teacher or senior member of staff to assist by supporting children and young people who have been identified as requiring additional support.

You will be required to:

1. Support pupils/children individually or in class or in small groups in identified areas of learning and personal development.
2. Contribute information to update planning and review process for individual pupils/children.
3. Supervise pupil/child self-administration of medication.
4. Offer a high level of personal care which will enable the pupil/child to function to their full potential e.g. toileting, administrating medication in line with agreed training procedures and encouraging self-help and independence.
5. Carry out support programmes designed by visiting specialists e.g. speech and language programmes, physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy programmes.
6. Support pupil/child mobility (as defined by moving and handling training) on an emergency/short-term basis and for low level needs e.g. to support toileting or short-term injury such as a broken leg.

Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements

1. You are required to have good levels of interpersonal skills and abilities which will enable you to work as a member of a team to ensure positive outcomes for all children and young people.
2. Experience of supporting young people with additional support needs.
3. 2 National 5’s, or 2 Standard Grades General, or 2 O Grades or equivalent (SCQF Level 4 or above).
4. You must apply to register with SSSC within 3 months of taking up employment in this role (Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only) and maintain your registration.
5. For Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only - NC in Early Education and Childcare at SCQF Level 6 or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6 or Professional Development Award in Education Support Assistance at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent, or a commitment to achieve in the first period of registration as required by the Employer.
6. Good IT Skills.

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