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Scottish Borders Council is seeking a Pupil Support Assistant for the Selkirk Cluster with base at Kirkhope Primary School. This permanent role supports pupils with their learning and wellbeing and will involve on-the-job training as opportunities arise.
No formal qualifications are required, but an acceptable standard of school education is desirable. For informal enquiries contact Davy Cornwall on 01750 52231 or via email David.Cornwall@scotborders.gov.uk.
Contract Duration: Permanent
Pupil Support Assistant for Selkirk Cluster with Base School at Kirkhope Primary.
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 may be made to Davy Cornwall by telephone on 01750 52231 or by email at David.Cornwall@scotborders.gov.uk.
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.
Employability Support –The Employability Service - For support on completing job applications, Scottish Borders residents can access free support from our specialist Employability Team. Please contact us via the switchboard 01835 824000 asking to be transferred to the Employability Service or email employability@scotborders.gov.uk
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