At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with additional needs and mentor pupil support staff.
- Company: Kaimes School, a nurturing and inclusive secondary special school in Edinburgh.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse community committed to inclusion and equal opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of learners while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people with complex needs is desirable.
The predicted salary is between 34452 - 40501 £ per year.
Salary: £34,452 - £40,501 (pro-rata for part-time and sessional)
Hours: 30 per week, 39 weeks sessional
Working pattern for position is Monday to Friday.
At Kaimes School, we are committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive, ambitious learning environment for young people with additional support needs. We are looking to appoint a skilled and enthusiastic Senior Pupil Support Officer who shares our commitment to relationships, inclusion and high-quality care and learning for every learner.
Kaimes School is a secondary special school located in the southeast of the City of Edinburgh that caters for 96 young people. Most of our learners have a diagnosis of Autism, and many have a range of other additional support needs.
We are looking for a practitioner who will help support with the training, mentoring and induction of pupil support staff, in addition to other responsibilities including supporting with GIRFEC processes and family liaison. The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of a highly supportive staff team and will contribute to the wider life of the school. Experience working with young people with complex additional needs is desirable.
The post provides an exciting opportunity to join a committed community focused on improving outcomes for learners through compassion, consistency and collaboration.
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 - Kaimes School - 14979_1781104364 employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
At Kaimes School, we pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that prioritises the well-being and development of both our learners and staff. Our commitment to professional growth is evident through ongoing training and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that every team member can thrive in their role. Located in the vibrant southeast of Edinburgh, we offer a supportive work culture that values diversity and encourages collaboration, making it an exceptional place for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with additional support needs.
