Pupil Support Worker, St Paul's Primary School, 506.75

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18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 15 August 2027.

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.

St Paul’s Nursery School is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area.  The setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area.  St Paul’s Nursery falls under the management of St Paul’s Primary School, which is situated in the same building.  The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours.

St Paul’s Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated part time Pupil Support Worker to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward thinking team, support the individual needs of each child and support the delivery of high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences.

This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a practitioner. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC.

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 Betty Skinner, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail: elizabeth.skinner@westlothian.org.uk