One to One Pupil Support Assistant

1 week ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Teacheroo Full time
Job Introduction
We are seeking a supportive and enthusiastic Pupil Support Assistant to join us at St George's School.


The postholder will support a named child with Down's syndrome to access a specialised curriculum in Primary 2, building on progress made from nursery and Primary 1.

This post is for one academic year, covering session


The Pupil Support Assistant will work closely in a team with the Primary 2 Class Teacher, Junior School Support for Learning teacher, other adults in the room (including the Classroom Assistant) and with additional Junior School staff.

This may include undertaking daily tasks of educational, personal and social care and support for the named child, alongside some administrative support for the child.

Main Responsibilities
Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • To contribute to the delivery of a specialised curriculum and to provide a service compatible with good practice in the education and care of the named child within the policies and systems laid down by the School.
  • To contribute to the pastoral care of the named child and for providing support in monitoring and recording their overall developmental milestones and progress.
  • To help promote a stimulating environment which balances education and care for the named child, meeting their individual needs and those of their family, enabling the named child to achieve their full potential.
  • In keeping with current Junior School good practice, to report to the parents on a regular basis, with the highlights of the day and targets to work towards.

Detailed Job Pack is available.
About the school/organisation

St George's School is a highly regarded girls' day and boarding school set in tranquil parkland in a popular residential area of Edinburgh.


Established in 1888 by the pioneers of women's education, the school is one of Scotland's largest girls' schools and the only all-through independent, private school in Edinburgh for girls from 3 to 18 years.

Boys are welcome in the nursery and to the end of P3 by 2024.


Our 'YES SHE CAN' approach, embodied in the abundance of strong female role-models and the range of opportunities on offer helps inspire every girl to find the path that is right for her.

Our academic curriculum is a unique mix of GCSEs at 16 followed by Highers and Advanced Highers in the Sixth Form.


Rated 'Excellent' by Education Scotland in the most recent school inspection, St George's consistently achieves outstanding results in both Scottish and English exam qualifications.

Package Description

Competitive remuneration and benefits package including:

  • Reduced school fees and wraparound care at St George's School
  • Pension Contribution
  • Staff lunches
  • Access to school buses on school bus routes for all staff (small charge payable)
  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Cycletowork scheme
  • Opportunity to benefit from the use of the many school facilities; libraries; sports facilities etc
  • Death in service benefits all staff
  • Opportunity to join our community and contribute to social, music, drama and other events and activities.
  • Free, onsite staff parking (First come, first served ) ; free off site local parking (be aware of local restrictions / residents parking ). We can be easily reached by private and public transport. The school is 15 minutes drive from Edinburgh's International Airport and easy walking distance from Edinburgh Haymarket railway station and West End.

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