Pupil Support Assistant, RDM Primary School, Scone

Job Description

Pupil Support Assistant - Fixed Term until 13 August 2023 - PKC09900
£15,281 - £16,749 (27.5 hours per week, term-time only) 
RDM Primary School, Scone 

This Pupil Support Assistant role provides a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team at RDM. The main responsibilities of the post are working to support individuals and groups of children across our Specialist Provision.

We are looking to appoint a nurturing and committed Pupil Support Assistant to join our Specialist Provision team to cover maternity leave.  The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate flexibility in approaches to meet a range of learner needs.  The individual will be able to listen to, and be responsive to, learner needs demonstrating the skills, qualities and enthusiasm to further develop and build on the existing high standards of learner experiences within our school. The candidate will be committed to continually enhancing knowledge and skills through working collegiately and through CPD.  The ability to work independently and as part of the team is essential. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team at RDM who are committed to providing an excellent education for all young people and promote an ethos of inclusion.  

The Individual

If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact the Head Teacher on 01738 454455. 

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details (including e-mail addresses) for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer.

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