Pupil Support Worker – Drummond Community High School

Job Description

Pupil Support Worker – fixed term until 30/06/2028

Location: Drummond Community High School, Edinburgh city centre. Salary: £27,257 – £29,850 (pro rata part time and sessional). Hours: 27.5 per week, 39 weeks sessional.

Drummond Community High School is a fully comprehensive, non denominational secondary school based in Edinburgh city centre. We pride ourselves on nurturing big ambitions and offering a wide range of opportunities across the curriculum from S1 to S6, preparing learners for their future positive destination.

We are looking for 2 enthusiastic Pupil Support Workers to join our Support for Learning Team and work one to one with a pupil. The PSW will ideally have relevant experience in the secondary sector and must possess good communication skills and a commitment to supporting pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Work one to one with pupils to support their academic and personal development.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to monitor and promote pupil progress.
• Implement individual support plans and interventions as required.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in a secondary school setting.
• Strong communication abilities and a supportive attitude towards pupil progress.
• Willingness to undergo the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or secure a PVG Scheme update check.
• Ability to provide an Overseas Criminal Record Check if residing outside the UK for a continuous period of 3 months or more in the last 5 years.

Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from women for senior roles, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ individuals. 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.