Pupil Support Teacher

Overview

Perth & Kinross Council is seeking a Pupil Support Teacher (PST) to join the Intensive Support Provision (ISP) within Perth Academy. The position is a 0.8FTE fixed‑term role until 16 August 2026 (reference PKC13179) with a competitive salary range of £33,594 – £50,589 pro‑rata.

Responsibilities

• Provide a rich learning environment for young people within the ISP, using knowledge and skills of additional support needs.
• Work in partnership with specialist services to meet the needs of learners and provide consultation opportunities to staff and parents.
• Model good practice and help build capacity of other adults in school through developing and leading collegiate activities.

Qualifications

• Depth of knowledge and understanding of additional support needs, barriers to learning and interventions to overcome these.
• Experience of teaching, with some of this provided within a support role.
• A flexible, solution‑focused approach to work within a busy and rewarding educational environment.
• Evidence of delivering wider achievement opportunities for young people (beneficial).
• Understanding of inclusive practice and desire to be part of a collaborative team.

Benefits

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement.
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher\’s Pension Scheme.
• Family‑friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework.
• Access to a range of benefits and training for continued professional development.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you. Contact Thomas Mawhirt or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 to discuss the role and any reasonable adjustments.

We welcome applications from everyone. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post.