Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Whitdale Primary School, 508.102 - WEL10805

West Lothian Council; Whitburn; On-site; GBP 5,200 - 6,500; Part time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking an enthusiastic Advanced Pupil Support Worker for Whitdale Primary School in Whitburn. The role is 12.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, on a fixed-term basis until 11 April 2027. The post requires SSSC registration within six months and PVG scheme checks prior to starting.

Applicants should be prepared for PVG-related costs and to join PVG or update their scheme as required. For further details contact Sharon Wallace, Headteacher at West Lothian Council.

Qualifications

• Registration with the SSSC within six months of start.
• PVG Scheme membership or update required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting pupils at Whitdale Primary School under the school team.
• Support inclusion, safeguarding and day-to-day pupil welfare as directed by staff.

Job description

Job Advert

12.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 11 th April 2027

WhitdalePrimary School is a large non-denominational school serving the east side of Whitburn, West Lothian. The school roll is 289 and there are currently 12 classes. We are seeking an enthusiastic Advanced Pupil Support Worker to join the team in the school, supporting young people.

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.

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. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18. The £59 cost (where appropriate) will be deducted from your salary over a 1 or 3-month period by repayment schedule. If your employment concludes before the amount is re-paid in full, the outstanding balance will be deducted from your final salary.

For further information please contact Sharon Wallace, Headteacher e-mail: [e-mail]