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Pupil Support Assistant - Buckstone Primary School
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Pupil Support Assistant - Buckstone Primary School
Pupil Support Assistant – Fixed Term (until 29/06/2027)
Location: Buckstone Primary School, Edinburgh Salary: £26,806 – £27,032 (pro-rata for part-time) Hours: 22.5 per week, 39 weeks sessional
About the Role
An inspiring opportunity exists at Buckstone Primary School for an energetic Pupil Support Assistant to support the Support for Learning team. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, skilled at nurturing strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues, and dedicated to promoting both attainment and emotional wellbeing for every child.
Buckstone Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive primary school and nursery based in south Edinburgh. It has a strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion, and positive relationships, creating an uplifting environment where every child feels valued and supported.
Key Responsibilities
- Play a vital role in supporting children’s learning, development, and emotional wellbeing
- Assist and encourage students to maximise their attainment in collaboration with the team
- Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and staff
- Ensure a nurturing environment where children feel safe and confident
About Buckstone Primary School
- Warm and inclusive school community
- Strong commitment to wellbeing and inclusion
- Long-standing focus on effective support for all learners
- Located in south Edinburgh, serving families in the area
Employment Notes
- No school holidays = No working during 12 weeks of school holidays.
- Salary is paid monthly (12 equal payments) over the academic year.
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Regulated Work Reminder:
- This post requires a PVG Scheme clearance (Protected Vulnerable Groups).
- Applicants with 3+ months overseas work absences in the past 5 years must provide an Overseas Criminal Record Check.
- Offer of employment depends on satisfactory PVG check outcomes.
Our Commitments
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups:
- Women (especially for senior roles)
- People from minority ethnic backgrounds
- Neurodivergent and disabled individuals
- Care-experienced people
- Carers
- LGBT+ applicants
All eligible applicants will be fairly considered, and disabled/care-experienced candidates who meet minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview.
Find out more on our equalities website.
Flexibility & Our Values
- Flexible working arrangements available.
- Central to our practices are Respect, Integrity, and Flexibility—our four core behaviours. As part of the recruitment process, your compatibility with these values will be assessed.
View full details on our Our Behaviours webpage.
Salary Structure
- Starting salary £26,806, with increments to a maximum of £27,032 over time.
About The City of Edinburgh Council
Your Impact
The City of Edinburgh Council empowers over 19,000 dedicated staff members, who together support 500,000+ residents. This is your opportunity to contribute to essential services while growing your career in a setting that values making a difference.
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Our Workplace Culture
- Guided by Respect, Integrity & Flexibility.
- Focused on customer excellence and impactful service delivery.
- Dedicated to a sense of belonging for all employees.
Wellbeing & Support
Our People Strategy 2024–27 prioritises a healthy, inclusive workforce. Benefits include:
- A range of wellbeing initiatives, led by topical events & learning opportunities.
- Access to paid career breaks and flexible working solutions.
- Free professional support services:
- Counselling
- Occupational health
- Mental Health Support Programme
- Employee assistance plans
We provide every effort to ensure reasonable adjustments for candidates during recruitment and ongoing for colleagues.
Further Information
- Applicant Resources:
Flexible Working Options Contributing to Matching Talent Needs
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