Supply Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Various Locations, 509.104 - WEL10902

West Lothian Council current; Michigan; Sur place; USD 28 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

West Lothian Council is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the advanced pupil support worker supply list to provide support across all school sectors. Applicants should currently be available for work.

Advanced Pupil Support Workers work under the direction of a designated class teacher to support children and young people with a range of needs, including personal care and safety. The post requires registration with the SSSC and PVG scheme updates prior to a formal offer, with timelines

Qualifications

• Registration with the SSSC is required.
• Candidates must register within six months from start date.
• PVG Scheme membership or update check is required prior to an offer.
• Applicants should currently be available for work.

Responsabilités

• Provide support across all school sectors with pupils.
• Work under the direction of a designated class teacher.
• Support and build positive relationships with children and young people, including those with severe and complex needs.
• Assist with personal care and hygiene when needed.
• Maintain pupil safety and general supervision.
• Contribute to high quality interactions and learning experiences.

Description du poste

Supply Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Various Locations, 509.104 - WEL10902

Supply Pupil Support Worker, Various Locations

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

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.

West Lothian Education Services are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join the advanced pupil support worker supply list to provide support across all school sectors. Applicants should currently be available for work.

Advanced Pupil Support Workers work under the direction of a designated class teacher, to work with and support children and young people across school by undertaking a range of activities relating to the general supervision, safety, care and well being of pupils.

Alongside the class teacher, you will be supporting and building positive relationships with children and young people. The young person will look to form a bond with you to help them succeed despite their severe and complex needs and typically severe learning difficulties. The work can involve assisting with a young person’s personal care and hygiene.

The successful candidates will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning experiences.

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 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

The closing date for this post is provisionally set at 06 November 2026. This may change and close early, depending on applicant response levels

Applicants going to interview will be contacted by email with interview schedules included.