Supervisory Assistant, Murrayfield Primary School, 496.115 - WEL09627

West Lothian Council current; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Blackburn is seeking a Supervisory Assistant to help during the school breakfast club. The role requires enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting children in an inclusive environment. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for pupils. Previous experience in similar settings may be beneficial.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for supporting children during breakfast club.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support during the school breakfast club period from Monday to Friday.

Job description

Overview

5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Permanent

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

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.

About Murrayfield Primary School

Murrayfield Primary School is a non-denominational school which provides for nursery children and stages P1-P7, situated in the Blackburn area of West Lothian and is part of the Bathgate Learning Community.

The school works hard to provide an inclusive and nurturing environment for children and their families. The school roll is currently 183 pupils split into 8 classes. There are 38 children in the nursery. The school is staffed by a skilled and motivated team consisting of the Head teacher, DHT, PT, teaching and non teaching staff, working together to support and challenge learners across the school and nursery. Our parents are very supportive of the school and through regular opportunities parents engage in the wider life of the school and have provided effective feedback to move our school forward. Our free breakfast club is well attended.

Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking an enthusiastic Supervisory Assistant to join our school team to support during the school breakfast club period, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

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.

How to apply

For further information please contact Kirsty McLaren, Headteacher e-mail [e-mail]