Advanced Pupil Support Worker, Balbardie Primary School, 509.81 - WEL10889

West Lothian Council; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

West Lothian Council invites applications for a Pupil Support Worker Advanced at Bathgate Early Years Centre, Balbardie Primary School. The role is 22.75 hours per week across 52.14 weeks per year, fixed term until 15 August 2027, with a 50-week operating year and flexible hours.

The successful candidate will support individual pupils, build nurturing relationships, and address emotional needs. Registration with SSSC and PVG checks are required before an offer.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) required.
• Six months from commencement to register with the SSSC.
• If already registered with the SSSC, West Lothian Council must be added to the account.
• Post considered Regulated Work under PVG Scheme; PVG check required before offer.

Responsibilities

• Support a team to meet the individual needs of children.
• Develop positive and nurturing relationships with children.
• Provide high quality interactions throughout practice.
• Support the emotional needs of pupils.

Job description

Job Advert

22.75 hours, 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.

Bathgate Early Years Centre is the associated nursery for Balbardie Primary School and is looking for a highly motivated Pupil Support Worker Advanced to join the team in the nursery from January 2027. The setting is open for 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly across the opening hours.

The successful candidate will be part of a support team to meet the individual needs of children and will develop positive and nurturing relationships with children, providing high quality interactions throughout their practice and supporting the emotional needs of pupils.

This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The successful candidate will have 6 months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC. If you are already registered with the SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian to your account.

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.

For further information please contact Stephanie Stutt, Deputy Head Teacher Balbardie Primary School - [e-mail]