Pupil Support Officer

Pupil Support Officer (Wellbeing Hub)

Fixed term until 01/06/2027. James Gillespie's High School is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Pupil Support Officer to join our dedicated Wellbeing Hub team. The role works closely with young people who have complex educational needs and social, emotional, behavioural needs, providing personalised support and tailored timetables to help them thrive in an inclusive educational environment. This temporary post covers maternity leave from 1 June 2026 up to 1 June 2027 (TBC).

Salary: £29,173 – £33,287 (pro‑rate for part‑time and sessional).

Hours:

30 per week, 39 weeks sessional.

• Support pupils with complex educational, social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Deliver and manage physical activity programmes to enhance student wellbeing.
• Work independently and take initiative in supporting students’ development.
• Collaborate with parents/carers, providing feedback and maintaining strong links.

• Training in nurture, de‑escalation strategies and trauma‑informed practices.
• Proficient in IT and use of school support systems.
• Excellent communicator capable of working effectively within a team and independently.

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 abroad in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.

All pre‑employment checks must be satisfactory for an unconditional offer.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care‑experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people. 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.

For further information please visit our website at or contact the recruitment team at  or email the recruitment email (provided). Applications will be processed through the City of Edinburgh Council online portal.

Happy to talk flexible working.