Pupil Support Officer - Rowanfield School

Pupil Support Officer

Rowanfield School (Primary), located in North Edinburgh, part of the Craigroyston High School learning community.

Salary: £30,188 – £34,452 (pro‑rated for part‑time and sessional).

Hours:

27.5 per week, 39 weeks sessional.

We are looking to recruit a Pupil Support Officer with experience working alongside pupils with a range of needs, understanding how adult behaviour influences the school environment, and a track record in building relationships. Candidates should be CALM trained or have similar de‑escalation training. A sense of humour, creative thinking and readiness to meet challenging situations are essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils across 9 classes, including those with social & emotional, intellectual and communication needs.
• Collaborating with teaching and support staff, allied health professionals and external agencies such as NHS SLT, Spartans, CAMHS, Youth Music Initiative, Drake Music & Queen Margaret University.
• Participating in behaviour management and intervention plans.
• Maintaining records and contributing to team meetings.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with pupils with diverse needs.
• Understanding of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and required PVG Scheme participation.
• Valid criminal record checks as required.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from women for senior roles, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions, care‑experienced individuals, carers and LGBT+ people. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Our salary range reflects initial starting salary and increases annually until reaching the top of the range. Flexible working arrangements are available upon discussion.

Equal opportunities:
All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Find out more about our commitment to equalities: