Pupil Support Worker, Kirkhill Primary School, 482.46

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West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 6 August.

25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, fixed term to 10 August 2025

Kirkhill Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the community of Broxburn. The current school role is 264, comprising of 11 primary classes with composite classes at P2/1 and P5/4. The teaching staff includes a Head Teacher (HT), a Depute Head Teacher (DHT) and a Principal Teacher (PT).  Reduced class contact teachers offer high quality learning and teaching through P.E. and 1+2 Languages opportunities.  The school benefits from a skilled support and administrative team, who provide good support for learning and teaching.

The staff team continue to engage with the whole school community to ensure the best possible outcomes for all learners. The school benefits from a supportive and very proactive Parent Council.  Parents work in close partnership with the school and provides support in identifying areas for improvement. There are supportive partnerships with local community groups.

Our mission statement supports our approach to developing the four capacities within Curriculum for Excellence and to support every learner in their wellbeing and development. We strive to do all we can to ensure that our children receive an excellent education. We encourage children to find pleasure in learning and playing together, to understand, respect and value the different cultures and backgrounds that enrich our school and its community.

This PSW role will have a clear focus on continuing to support our learners and support the class teacher. This role is for an individual to work Monday to Thursday from 9.15am until 3.25pm and Friday from 9am until 12.35pm.

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act 2007. From 28 February 2011 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.

Upon successful appointment as a Pupil Support Worker you will have 6 months to become fully registered with the SSSC. Failure to hold full registration within 6 months of working in West Lothian will result in your immediate removal from your post.

SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date

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

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.