Pupil Support Worker, Sinclair Academy, 507.25 - INTERNAL APPLICATIONS ONLY

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INTERNAL ONLY

Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us).

Secondment opportunities must be discussed with your current line manager prior to submitting an application for this post.

27.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 12 April 2027

Sinclair Academy are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Pupil Support Worker to join the support team in the school.  This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, creative, and passionate person to work in a new state-of-the-art denominational secondary school opened in August 2023 and located in the rapidly growing community of Winchburgh. The school also has shared sports facilities of the highest standard with Winchburgh Academy which is also open to the community.

We believe that our Pupil Support Workers are vital in creating a safe and nurturing environment for our pupils. The successful candidate will support the school in creating an inclusive, ambitious, and positive culture with a future-oriented way of thinking to ensure the very best outcomes and experiences for young people and families within our community.  The successful candidate will play a key role in building our community of learning and faith based on our values of Aspiration, Integrity, Mercy and Service and will have a key role in the wider life of school. 

In the first few years, we will be a growing school, so everyone in the team will work together to provide the best experiences for our young people. This post will be a rare opportunity to be involved in something exciting and completely unique. The roll is anticipated to rise year on year to reach its 660 pupil initial capacity by 2028. A future expansion strategy has been considered beyond this, potentially increasing the school roll up to a maximum capacity of 1,210 pupils.

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.

Requirements

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.

Postholders are required to complete a relevant qualification within a 5-year period.

For further information please contact Caroline Campbell, Area Business Support Manager e-mail: caroline.campbell@westlothian.org.uk