Pupil Support Assistant - Kirkliston Primary School

Pupil Support Assistant - Fixed term until 29/06/2027

Kirkliston Primary School

Salary: £26,806 - £27,032 (pro-rata for part time)

Hours: See below

Post one and two: 26 per week, 52 weeks per year.

Post 3: 20 per week, 52 weeks per year.

We are seeking 3 dedicated and compassionate Pupil Support Assistants to work collaboratively as a member of our school team. This role is central to ensuring that the educational and wellbeing needs of pupils, particularly those with barriers to learning and Additional Support Needs are met and fully included in the life of the school. Applications from candidates with previous experience providing one- to -one pupil support and assisting in the delivery of differentiated learning activities are particularly encouraged.

At Kirkliston Primary and Nursery School, we are motivated and engaged in every experience within a purposeful, respectful and nurturing environment through high-quality leadership and management at all levels. We welcome challenge in all aspects of school life and work in partnership with parents, carers and other agencies for the benefit of all children.

Kirkliston Primary School serves the village of Kirkliston and the surrounding rural area and has a wide social mix. The school is part of the Queensferry cluster of schools. The roll is approximately 580, spread over 21 classes.

Our staff consists of Head Teacher, two Depute Head Teachers, Business Manager, two Principal Teachers, 21 class teachers, two Additional Support for Learning Teachers, A family support teacher, Specialist Teacher of PE and instructors of strings and brass. Our support staff include a School Administrator, Clerical Assistant, 2 Pupil Support Officers and 18 Pupil Support Assistants.

The nursery is an integral part of the whole school establishment which currently caters for eighty-nine 3-5year olds, nine 2year olds and has provision for 6 babies. The team is led by two Senior Early Years Officers who are supported by 6 Early Years Officers, 13 Early Years Practitioners, 4 EYAs and 2 Domestic Assistant.

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