Pupil Support Worker, Murrayfield Primary School, 510.36

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

25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15 August 2027.

Murrayfield Primary School is non-denominational school located in Blackburn, West Lothian.  and it currently has 8 mainstream classes and an Early Learning Centre. 

Murrayfield Primary School is looking for a highly motivated Pupil Support Worker to join the support team in the schiik.  This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Pupil Support Worker to be part of a motivated school community, demonstrating a good knowledge of child development to meet the needs of all learners.

We are looking for someone to maintain a positive climate for learning and have a commitment to strong collegiality and teamwork.  The successful candidate will work within our school to develop positive and nurturing relationships with all children in our setting, providing high-quality interactions and interventions throughout their practice and supporting the emotional needs of all learners. 

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.

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 Joanne Ker, Headteacher e-mail: joanne.kerr@westlothian.org.uk