Pupil Support Assistant Level 2
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,885 i £28,175 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Dunfermline, Fife |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Fife Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 21599 |
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Job Details
Please consider and demonstrate the following when completing your Supporting Statement:
Ways in which you have demonstrated that you can work effectively as part of a team.
(Consider the following: how you have built positive relationships build on trust and respect; how you communicate with others; how you use your initiative to meet targets and achieve goals)
Ways in which you have worked with others to meet all learners needs.
(Consider the following: how you have shared information, followed plans, supported learners, worked with others?)
Ways in which you have built and sustained positive relationships that have led to positive outcomes for learners
(Consider the following: how have you have demonstrated care and commitment when actively engaging with learners about their wellbeing; how have you established positive and purposeful relationships within your school community; how have you worked collaboratively with others to improve outcomes for learners?)
Job Details
We are looking for a committed Pupil Support Assistant (2) who is passionate about improving life chances for all, so that children and young people can achieve their full potential. As a Pupil Support Assistant (2), you will work under the direction and supervision of a class teacher or senior member of staff to assist by supporting children and young people who have been identified as requiring additional support.
You will be required to
Support pupils/children individually or in class or in small groups in identified areas of learning and personal development.
Contribute information to update planning and review process for individual pupils/children.
Supervise pupil/child self-administration of medication. You will offer a high level of personal care which will enable the pupil/child to function to their full potential e.g. toileting, administrating medication in line with agreed training procedures and encouraging self- help and independence.
Carry out support programmes designed by visiting specialists e.g. speech and language programmes, physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy programmes.
Support pupil/child mobility (as defined by moving and handling training) on an emergency/short-term basis and for low level needs e.g. to support toileting or short-term injury such as a broken leg.
Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements
You are required to have good levels of interpersonal skills and abilities which will enable you to work as a member of a team to ensure positive outcomes for all children and young people.
Experience of supporting young people with additional support needs
Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.
2 National 5’s, or 2 Standard Grades General, or 2 O Grades or equivalent (SCQF Level 4 or above
You must apply to register with SSSC within 3 months of taking up employment in this role (Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only) and maintain your registration.
For Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only - NC in Early Education and Childcare at SCQF Level 6 or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6 or Professional Development Award in Education Support Assistance at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent or, a commitment to achieve in the first period of registration as required by the Employer
Good IT Skills
Job Details
Please consider and demonstrate the following when completing your Supporting Statement:
Ways in which you have demonstrated that you can work effectively as part of a team.
(Consider the following: how you have built positive relationships build on trust and respect; how you communicate with others; how you use your initiative to meet targets and achieve goals)
Ways in which you have worked with others to meet all learners needs.
(Consider the following: how you have shared information, followed plans, supported learners, worked with others?)
Ways in which you have built and sustained positive relationships that have led to positive outcomes for learners
(Consider the following: how have you have demonstrated care and commitment when actively engaging with learners about their wellbeing; how have you established positive and purposeful relationships within your school community; how have you worked collaboratively with others to improve outcomes for learners?)
Job Details
We are looking for a committed Pupil Support Assistant (2) who is passionate about improving life chances for all, so that children and young people can achieve their full potential. As a Pupil Support Assistant (2), you will work under the direction and supervision of a class teacher or senior member of staff to assist by supporting children and young people who have been identified as requiring additional support.
You will be required to
Support pupils/children individually or in class or in small groups in identified areas of learning and personal development.
Contribute information to update planning and review process for individual pupils/children.
Supervise pupil/child self-administration of medication. You will offer a high level of personal care which will enable the pupil/child to function to their full potential e.g. toileting, administrating medication in line with agreed training procedures and encouraging self- help and independence.
Carry out support programmes designed by visiting specialists e.g. speech and language programmes, physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy programmes.
Support pupil/child mobility (as defined by moving and handling training) on an emergency/short-term basis and for low level needs e.g. to support toileting or short-term injury such as a broken leg.
Qualification, Registration and Skill Requirements
You are required to have good levels of interpersonal skills and abilities which will enable you to work as a member of a team to ensure positive outcomes for all children and young people.
Experience of supporting young people with additional support needs
Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.
2 National 5’s, or 2 Standard Grades General, or 2 O Grades or equivalent (SCQF Level 4 or above
You must apply to register with SSSC within 3 months of taking up employment in this role (Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only) and maintain your registration.
For Early Learning Centres/Primary and Special schools only - NC in Early Education and Childcare at SCQF Level 6 or SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 6 or Professional Development Award in Education Support Assistance at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent or, a commitment to achieve in the first period of registration as required by the Employer
Good IT Skills
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