Advanced Pupil Support Worker Supply, Various Locations, 499.06 - WEL09871

West Lothian Council current; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government education authority in the United Kingdom is seeking an Advanced Pupil Support Worker to support students across various locations. The role involves providing care and supervision to pupils with complex needs, working under the guidance of designated teachers. Applicants must be enthusiastic, reliable, and able to establish strong relationships with children. Successful candidates will need to register with the SSSC within six months of starting. Interviews are scheduled for January 2026.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, hardworking, and reliable with a passion for education.
• Ability to support pupils and undertake a range of activities.
• Must register with SSSC within six months of starting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in general supervision, safety, and care of pupils.
• Work under the direction of a designated teacher.
• Support and build positive relationships with children.

Skills

Support for pupils with complex needs

Communication skills

Building relationships with children

Education

Registration with the SSSC

Job description

Job Advert

Advanced Pupil Support Worker Supply, Various Locations

Interviews are planned to take place in January 2026. Across West Lothian Council Additional Special Needs Schools; Pinewood School, Blackburn; Burnhouse School, Whitburn; Cedarbank, Livingston; and Beatlie School Campus, Livingston. Applicants going to interview will be contacted by email with interview details.

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.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable individuals to join our Advanced Pupil Support Worker supply list to provide cover across West Lothian schools throughout the academic year.

Under the direction of the designated teacher, you will work with and be trained to support school pupils by undertaking a range of activities relating to the general supervision, safety, care and well being of pupils.

Alongside the Teacher and other experienced PSWA’s you will be supporting and building positive relationships with children and young people. The young person will look to form a bond with you to help them succeed despite their severe and complex needs and typically severe learning difficulties.

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 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 Fraser Thomson, Area Business Support Manager e-mail:[e-mail]