Pupil Support Worker, Carmondean Primary School, 506.23

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4 hrs per week (Friday Morning),52 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15 August 2027

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high-quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences.

Carmondean ELC is situated in the Deans area of Livingston and serves the local community. We are a 50 week setting and provide a mixture of full day and half day places and staff work flexibly across the opening hours. As a member of the ELC team you will work to support the provision of a high-quality learning environment for all children promoting challenge, curiosity and creativity. The building provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor garden area.

This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC and to start working towards a relevant qualification with a 5 year period. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.

For further information please contact Lynsey McQuade, ELC Area Support Manager, e-mail: lynsey.mcquade@westlothian.org.uk