Pupil Support Assistant Level 2


Company:	Fife Council
Salary:	£26,786 to £29,170 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Dunfermline, KY12 0PQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	30 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a committed Pupil Support Assistant (2) who is passionate about improving life chances for all, so that children and young people can achieve their full potential. As a Pupil Support Assistant (2), you will work under the direction and supervision of a Class Teacher or senior member of staff to assist by supporting children and young people who have been identified as requiring additional support.

You will be required to:

Support pupils/children individually or in class or in small groups in identified areas of learning and personal development.

Contribute information to update planning and review process for individual pupils/children.

Supervise pupil/child self-administration of medication. You will offer a high level of personal care which will enable the pupil/child to function to their full potential e.g. toileting, administrating medication in line with agreed training procedures and encouraging self-help and independence.

Carry out support programmes designed by visiting specialists e.g. speech and language programmes, physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy programmes.

Support pupil/child mobility (as defined by moving and handling training) on an emergency/short-term basis and for low level needs e.g. to support toileting or short-term injury such as a broken leg.

For further information please contact: Kerry Gibson - kerry.gibson@fife.gov.uk

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Essential requirements

You are required to have good levels of interpersonal skills and abilities which will enable you to work as a member of a team to ensure positive outcomes for all children and young people. Experience of supporting young people with additional support needs. 2 National 5s, or 2 Standard Grades General, or 2 O Grades or equivalent (SCQF Level 4 or above). Good IT skills. Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme. As this role requires SSSC registration, you will have three months to apply for registration. If appointed, you must start your application as soon as possible so you're registered within the required six months. If you need to achieve a qualification to maintain your SSSC membership, information will be provided if you are appointed. You must ensure you complete the qualification within the specified timeframe. More details are included in the role profile.

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