At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with complex needs and help them transition to adult services.
- Company: Oaklands Special School, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to creating an inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and families, strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34452 - 40501 £ per year.
Salary: £34,452 - £40,501 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional)
Hours: 25 per week, 39 weeks sessional
Oaklands is a special school for nursery, primary and secondary age pupils. The school meets the needs of learners with complex medical needs and long term additional support needs who require a significantly modified learning environment.
We are looking for conscientious, committed candidates with excellent inter-personal and communication skills. You will be working as part of a team and there will be many training opportunities to support you in working with our children and young people. It is desirable that applicants should have experience working with children and families with learning disabilities.
The Senior Pupil Support Officer role will work with children and families as they transition from school to adult services and as part of this process they will liaise with external organisations to ensure a smooth transition. The Senior Pupil Support Officer will contribute to the training and mentoring of new support staff.
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working.
Senior Pupil Support Officer - Oaklands Special School - 15054_1781272016 in Edinburgh employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
Oaklands Special School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong commitment to employee development, the school offers numerous training opportunities and encourages collaboration among team members, ensuring that everyone can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with complex needs. Located in Edinburgh, Oaklands values diversity and actively promotes equal opportunities, making it a rewarding place to work for individuals from all backgrounds.
