Pupil Support Assistant, Special School (Term-Time)

Edinburgh International; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pupil Support Assistant at Braidburn Special School in Edinburgh is sought to support pupils with learning needs. The role is 28.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with salary £27,257-£29,850 pro rata for part time/sessional and term-time only.

The post involves personal care tasks, requires patience, flexibility, and teamwork, with training opportunities and PVG checks as part of the process. Successful candidates will be committed, reliable, and able to use their own initiative while working

Qualifications

• Experience in a school is desirable.
• Flexible mindset and initiative are essential.
• Role includes personal care requiring patience and care.
• PVG checks and safeguarding processes are part of the pre-employment steps.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and personal care as needed.
• Work as part of a team to implement plans and activities.
• Attend training opportunities to support pupils and colleagues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Teamwork

Patience

Caring nature

Job description

Pupil Support Assistant at Braidburn Special School in Edinburgh is sought to support pupils with learning needs. The role is 28.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, with salary £27,257-£29,850 pro rata for part time/sessional and term-time only.

The post involves personal care tasks, requires patience, flexibility, and teamwork, with training opportunities and PVG checks as part of the process. Successful candidates will be committed, reliable, and able to use their own initiative while working