Pupil Support Assistant - Term-Time School Team

Edinburgh International; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Edinburgh Council invites applications for Pupil Support Assistants at Portobello High School. Posts are fixed-term to 29 June 2027 and provide 27.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with salary in the range £26,806–£27,032 (pro rata for part-time and sessional).

Conscientious candidates with strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work in a team, and willing to engage in training opportunities to support children and young people.

Qualifications

• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• Previous experience of working in a school would be desirable.
• Role involves PVG scheme checks and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning and social development as part of a team.
• Contribute to training opportunities and professional development for staff.
• Carry out duties to support teaching and pupil well-being.

Skills

Inter-personal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

City of Edinburgh Council invites applications for Pupil Support Assistants at Portobello High School. Posts are fixed-term to 29 June 2027 and provide 27.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with salary in the range £26,806–£27,032 (pro rata for part-time and sessional).

Conscientious candidates with strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work in a team, and willing to engage in training opportunities to support children and young people.