Pupil Support Worker, Eastertoun Primary School, 508.100 - WEL10803

West Lothian Council; Armadale; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking a Pupil Support Worker to join Eastertoun Primary's nursery on a 20-hour-per-week, fixed-term basis until 11 April 2027. The role requires SSSC registration within six months of starting and PVG scheme clearance before employment, with the cost borne by the candidate.

The successful candidate will work in a supportive school environment, on a rota covering Wednesday to Friday opening hours, contributing to the welfare and development of pupils in the nursery class.

Qualifications

• Must register with SSSC within six months of starting.
• PVG scheme clearance required prior to employment; cost borne by candidate.

Responsibilities

• Provide pupil support in the nursery at Eastertoun Primary.
• Work on a rota across opening hours; 20 hours per week (Wed–Fri).

Skills

SSSC registration

PVG scheme check

Job description

Job Advert

20 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 11 th April 2027

Eastertoun Primary is a non-denominational school in Armadale, which benefits from a mixed catchment area in terms of socio-economic background. The school currently has 12 primary classes and a nursery class.

The school has a long-established and fully supportive and active Parent Staff Council as well as a very supportive parent body. The school has very good relationships with cluster schools and the local community.

At Eastertoun Primary our vision is to promote a whole school working ethos to ensure pupils are given the chance to flourish, learn, achieve and develop in a safe and nurturing environment. We work together to ensure that our children are given the best opportunity to develop their full potential.

The school are seeking an enthusiastic Pupil Support Worker to join the team in the nursery. The nursery is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibility on a rota across the opening hours. This post is 20 hours per week Wednesday - Friday.

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 Lynn Dare, Headteacher e-mail: [e-mail]