Pupil Support Assistant (Complex Needs) - Galashiels Academy
Scottish Borders Council
Job DetailsGrade: 5C
Hours: 26.58 hours
Salary: £18,090.09 - £19,538.66 per annum
Hourly Rate: £15.11 - £16.32
Contract Duration: Temporary until 18/04/2027 or earlier return of post holder
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 1st JulyRole PurposeTo work closely and co-operatively with teaching staff to support the needs of pupils identified as having complex additional support needs in the support centre.EssentialNational 5 English and National 4 in Maths or equivalent qualification.
Any other relevant qualifications in addition to the above.
Pupil Support Assistants will be required to undertake on the job training as and when available.Informal EnquiriesInformal enquiries may be made to Jane Chetty at Jane.Chetty@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.
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