Pupil support generic job descriptions

Learning mentors

Learning mentors support, motivate and challenge pupils who are underachieving. They help pupil overcome barriers to learning caused by social, emotional and behavioural problems.

Parent support adviser (PSA)

PSA's work in partnership with families, carers and pupils in a school context to enable pupils to have full access to educational opportunities and overcome barriers to learning and participation.

Play workers

Play workers plan, organise and supervise activities for children and young people inside and outside school.

Pupil and family workers

SMSAs/Midday supervisors

Midday supervisors look after the welfare of pupils in the dinner hall and playground during lunchtime.