Pupil Support Worker x2, Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School, 510.33 - WEL10956

West Lothian Council current; Pumpherston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pupils at Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School in West Lothian are supported by a team of Pupil Support Workers. This fixed-term post to 15 August 2027 offers 27.67 hours per week across 38 weeks per year, with carefully structured daily hours.

The role supports the school’s inclusive education approach and safeguarding commitments. West Lothian Council seeks two enthusiastic individuals who will join the school’s supportive staff, working under the leadership of the Head

Responsibilities

• Support children across the school.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare in line with SSSC and PVG requirements.

Job description

Pupil Support Worker x2, Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School, 510.33 - WEL10956

West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels.

27.67 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15 August 2027

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the communities of Pumpherston and Uphall Station. It is part of the Broxburn Academy School cluster. The school roll is 218 with pupils being organised into seven classes and also the nursery.

The senior leadership team comprises the Head Teacher and a Principal Teacher. In addition to class teachers, we have pupil support workers, a support for learning teacher, non-class contact teachers and a Nurture teacher. The school office is staffed by an Administrative Assistant and a Clerical Assistant.

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School is well supported by the Parent Partners and the wider parent forum. The Parent Partners work in close partnership with the school and provides support in identifying areas for improvement. There are supportive partnerships with local community groups.

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School are seeking to recruit two enthusiastic Pupil Support Workers to complement the existing team, on fixed term contract to 15 August 2027 to support children across the school. 27.67 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. Hours are 8.30am to 3.15pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 12.25pm 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. 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.

Interviews for the position will be held on Monday 30

th November 2026.

For further information contact Brogan Conway, Head Teacher – email: