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West Lothian Council current; Blackburn (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackburn Primary School in West Lothian is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Worker to join the support team. The post is 25 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, fixed term until August 2027.

You will work Monday to Friday to support learners, build positive relationships, and contribute to a nurturing environment. This appointment requires SSSC registration and PVG scheme checks, with the council supporting your development.

Qualifications

• Registration with the SSSC to practice as a Pupil Support Worker.
• PVG scheme update checks required prior to starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in learning activities and interventions.
• Build positive relationships with learners and create a nurturing environment.
• Work Monday–Friday for 25 hours per week across 39 weeks per year.

Job description

Pupil Support Worker, Blackburn Primary School, 509.05 - WEL10813

25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15

th August 2027

Blackburn Primary School is non-denominational school located in Blackburn, West Lothian. It currently has 5 mainstream classes, 2 Enhanced Education Resource Base classes and an Early Learning Centre.

Blackburn Primary School is looking for a highly motivated Pupil Support Worker to join the support team in the school working Monday - Friday.

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Pupil Support Worker to be part of a motivated school community, demonstrating a good knowledge of child development to meet the needs of all learners. We are looking for someone to maintain a positive climate for learning and have a commitment to strong collegiality and teamwork.

The successful candidate will work within our school to develop positive and nurturing relationships with all children in our setting, providing high-quality interactions and interventions throughout their practice and supporting the emotional needs of all learners.

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 Joanne Kerr, Headteacher e-mail: