Job Description
Job Title: Pupil Support Assistant\nLocation: Edinburgh\nSalary: £13.48 per hour (PAYE)\nHours: Monday – Friday (half day Friday)\nAbout the Role:\nAre you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? 21 Health and Social Care is looking for dedicated and compassionate Pupil Support Assistants to work in special needs schools across Edinburgh. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with diverse and complex needs, helping them to achieve their potential in a supportive and inclusive environment.\nPosition Overview:\nAs a Pupil Support Assistant, you will play an essential role in the school community by supporting students with a range of additional support needs, such as learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments.
You will work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to create a nurturing environment that encourages academic, social, and personal growth.\nKey Responsibilities:\nIndividual and Group Support: Provide one-to-one and group support to children with special educational needs, tailoring your approach to meet their individual requirements.\nClassroom Support: Assist teachers in planning and delivering lessons, adapting resources as needed to ensure every child can engage with the curriculum.\nPersonal Care: Provide personal care support, such as assistance with feeding, toileting, and mobility, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.\nEmotional and Social Support: Build positive relationships with pupils to support their emotional well-being and social interactions.\nBehavioural Assistance: Help manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour in line with school policies and individual behaviour plans.\nQualifications and Skills:\nExperience: Previous experience working with children or young people with additional needs is desirable, particularly in school or care settings, but not essential.\nEmpathy and Patience: A caring and compassionate approach, with the ability to build trusting relationships.\nFlexibility: A proactive attitude to adapt to the varied needs of pupils.\nTo Apply:\nIf this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please click "Apply" to send your CV. Alternatively, for more information and a detailed job description, contact Sean Carruthers at 21 Health and Social Care.\n21 Health and Social Care Limited is an equal opportunities employer