Pupil Support Assistant - Trinity Primary School - Two Positions Available - SBO10424

Scottish Borders Council; Hawick; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 6,100; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council in Hawick is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant to work closely with teaching staff to support pupils identified as having additional needs.

The role involves assisting with communication, written tasks, use of IT, mobility, self-care and toileting, supervision during breaks, feeding and medication after training, and helping implement plans. No formal qualifications are required, with on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required, but an acceptable standard of school education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• To work closely and co-operatively with teaching staff to support the needs of pupils identified as having additional needs.
• Assist with communication and written tasks.
• Assist with the use of IT and mobility.
• Support personal care and toileting where required.
• Supervise during intervals and lunch times.
• Assist with feeding and medication after training.
• Undertake support for individuals or groups as requested by teachers and/or Learning Support.

Skills

Communication

Written tasks

Use of IT

Mobility

Self care

Toileting

Feeding and medication

Social skills

Preparation of resources

Supervision

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Job Details

Grade: 4B

Hours: Two positions available - 3.5 & 9.25, term time only

Salary:

3.5 Hours per week: £2,187.32 - £2,302.40 per annum

9.25 Hours per week: £5,780.77 - £6,084.90 per annum

Hourly Rate: £13.87 - £14.60

Contract Duration: Permanent

*Interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd October 2026

Role Purpose

PURPOSE

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

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To undertake tasks, which may include helping with some or all of the following, depending on the needs of the individuals:

Communication

Written tasks

Use of IT

Motor difficulties

Listening to instructions

Following instructions

Completing tasks

Mobility

Self care/personal hygiene

Toileting

Cleaning up children who have wet or soiled themselves

Social skills

Preparation of resources/materials

Supervision during intervals/lunch times

Feeding and medication (after training)

To undertake support for individuals or groups as requested by the Head Teacher, Class Teacher and/or Learning Support Teacher.

To assist in the implementation of plans, devised by the CT and or/LST or other agencies as required.

To monitor on an informal basis the progress of pupils in learning and behaviour.

To contribute to reports for pupils for discussion at review and planning meetings.

To liaise with HT, CT and/or LST and other agencies as required.

This profile is indicative of the nature and level of responsibility associated with the post. It is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake such other duties as may be required by the Head of Service to meet the needs and responsibility of the Service and the Council.

Essential

No formal qualifications are required, but an acceptable standard of school education is desirable. Pupil Support Assistants will be required to undertake on the job training as and when available.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Lynn Hodgins by telephone on 01450373434 or by email 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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You can also find more about the support we have to offer, by visiting our website for more information https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/help-finding-job/support-employment