Pupil Support Assistant (Enhanced Support Base)

Job DescriptionChildren, Education and Justice ServicesPupil Support Assistant (Enhanced Support Base)Murrayburn Primary SchoolSalary: £24, - £25, (pro rata for part time and sessional)Hours: 23.5 per week, 39 weeks sessional"Murrayburn Primary School Enhanced Support Base (ESB) comprises of three classes (within a mainstream primary school) supporting pupils aged 5-12 who have a range of diagnosed additional support needs (ASNs).
Almost all pupils have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and many have additional co-existing conditions (e.g.
Intellectual Disability; ADHD; Developmental Co-ordination Disorder etc.
), which can result in complex learning and behavioural profiles.We are looking to recruit a part-time Monday to Friday Pupil Support Assistant to work as part of our ESB team.
The role would require the successful candidate to work alongside class teachers and nursery nurses to support pupils in their learning, play and general development.
Several pupils can present with dysregulated behaviour and require support with toileting and transitions throughout the school day.
You may also work 1:1 with a pupil.The candidates for this position will ideally have had experience working with children with similar ASN profiles in an educational setting.
Knowledge of strategies and interventions to support pupils with additional needs and an ability to communicate well and work as part of a class staff team are desirable attributes for applicants.
The ability to think creatively and be flexible in your approach to supporting young people are also important qualities when working towards positive outcomes for pupils.Experience working in the school environment is preferential.