SEN Pupil Support Assistant – Term-Time Role

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Langholm; On-site; GBP 9,500 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vivup discounts

LGPS Discounts

Cycle-to-Work

Job summary

Dumfries and Galloway Council is recruiting a Pupil Support Assistant for Langholm Academy Cluster. The role is 25.75 hours per week, term time over 39 weeks, and fixed-term until 18 August 2027. Applications from caring, supportive individuals who can assist with learning and personal needs are welcomed.

The post involves building relationships with children and young people, supporting participation in lessons, and promoting safety and readiness to learn. PVG checks are required.

Qualifications

• Must be educated to SCQF Level 4 (e.g. Standard Grade General, National 4) including Numeracy and Literacy or equivalent.
• Experience of working with children and/or young people is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake training as part of induction and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Build strong and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Help them take part in lessons and encourage independence, including personal care.
• Support them in learning new skills and help them make friends.
• Ensure pupils feel safe, happy and ready to learn.
• Support children with additional needs in Learning Centres or mainstream classes.

Skills

Caring

Supportive

Understanding

Committed

Education

SCQF Level 4

Job description

Dumfries and Galloway Council is recruiting a Pupil Support Assistant for Langholm Academy Cluster. The role is 25.75 hours per week, term time over 39 weeks, and fixed-term until 18 August 2027. Applications from caring, supportive individuals who can assist with learning and personal needs are welcomed.

The post involves building relationships with children and young people, supporting participation in lessons, and promoting safety and readiness to learn. PVG checks are required.