Pupil Support Worker, Croftmalloch Primary School - ELC , 483.59
- Location:
- Croftmalloch Primary Via Raeburn Crescent Whitburn, EH47 8HQ
- Salary:
- £23,631 - £24,044 per year pro rata
- Contract Type:
- Temporary
- Position Type:
- Part Time
- Hours:
- 8 hours per week
Job Advert
8 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, fixed term until 10th August 2025
Working hours Monday-Thursday 4.00-6.00pm
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
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.
Croftmalloch ELC is seeking to appoint a nurturing and motivated pupil support worker. The successful candidate will have a positive approach to working with children by providing general support in relation to the child’s individuals’ care, health and wellbeing and safety; to ensure a secure and safe learning environment.
The candidate should be solution focussed with an understanding of supporting pupils within an educational setting and how to foster positive relationships. Candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be required to work effectively as part of our ELC team to support the learning of the children.
This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from the date of commencement of this post to become registered with the SSSC. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. 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 Mann, ELC Area Manager e-mail – lynsey.mann@westlothian.org.uk