Pupil Support Worker, Bridgend Primary, 485.29

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Interviews are likely to be Thursday 24^th October, those being called for interview will be advised by end of day on Tuesday 22^nd October.

1 x 31 hours, 39 weeks per year, Fixed term until 10 August 2025.

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

The role of the Pupil Support Worker across the school and nursery will be to provide a high standard of support to classes, groups and / or individual pupils in order to ensure effective learning and teaching experiences which meet the needs of all our children.

The successful candidate will have a sound knowledge of child development and the capacity to build effective relationships with children, parents / carers, staff and partners. You will work collaboratively, as part of a forward thinking, dynamic team, displaying high quality interactions and developing nurturing relationships with all. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of trauma informed practice and experience of working with learners with a range of social and emotional needs.

The school is currently staffed by the Head Teacher, PT Depute Head Teacher, PT Principal Teacher and 2 Class Teachers. In the ELC there is an enthusiastic team of Early Years practitioners. The school and ELC are supported effectively by a team of Pupil Support Workers, who assist pupils across the school. Admin and clerical support is provided by 1 PT Administrative. The school runs a successful Breakfast Club and works closely with the parent community and outside agencies to support fundraising activities.

This position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate will have six months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. 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 Ian Harvey, Headteacher – e-mail: ian.harvey@westlothian.org.uk