Student Support Assistant Level 2 – Empowering Learners

Fife Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public education provider in Scotland seeks a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant. In this role, you will assist children and young people identified as needing additional support to help them achieve their full potential. Responsibilities include supporting pupils in their learning, contributing to planning processes, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people with additional needs and possess relevant qualifications. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and good IT abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting young people with additional support needs.
• Must register with SSSC within 3 months of employment.
• Good IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils/children individually or in small groups.
• Contribute to planning and review process for individual pupils.
• Supervise self-administration of medication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience supporting young people with additional support needs

Good IT skills

Education

2 National 5s, 2 Standard Grades, 2 O Grades or equivalent

NC in Early Education and Childcare at SCQF Level 6

SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6

Professional Development Award in Education Support Assistance at SCQF Level 6

Job description

A public education provider in Scotland seeks a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant. In this role, you will assist children and young people identified as needing additional support to help them achieve their full potential. Responsibilities include supporting pupils in their learning, contributing to planning processes, and providing personal care. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people with additional needs and possess relevant qualifications. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and good IT abilities.