Pupil Support Assistant - Duns Primary School - Two Positions Available - SBO10131

Job Details

Grade: 4B

Hours: 25

Salary: £15,623.70 - £16,445.68 per annum

Hourly Rate: £13.87 - £14.60

Contract Duration: Permanent

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 30th June 2026.

Role Purpose

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

To undertake tasks, which may include helping with some or all of the following, depending on the needs of the individuals:

· Communication

· Written tasks

· Use of IT

· Motor difficulties

· Listening to instructions

· Following instructions

· Completing tasks

· Mobility

· Self care/personal hygiene

· Toileting

· Cleaning up children who have wet or soiled themselves

· Social skills

· Preparation of resources/materials

· Supervision during intervals/lunch times

· Feeding and medication (after training)

Essential

No formal qualifications are required, but an acceptable standard of school education is desirable. Pupil Support Assistants will be required to undertake on the job training as and when available

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Emma Walton at Emma.Turnbull@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.