Pupil Support Worker x 2, Winchburgh Primary School and Bridgend Primary School, 503.01 – WEL10254

Job Advert 27 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 4 January 2027 Bridgend and Winchburgh Primary Schools and ELC serve the communities of Bridgend and Winchburgh in West Lothian and surrounding areas. Our schools are at the heart of our communities. Bridgend and Winchburgh offer children a wide range of learning experiences. We manage continuous improvement through robust self-evaluation and implementation of the School Improvement Plan. Our two schools are seeking 2 enthusiastic Pupil Support Workers to join our collaborative team. It is likely that 1 will be mainly based at Bridgend PS and the other mainly at Winchburgh PS. There may be occasions when cover is required in the other setting. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and supporting learning experiences. There will be elements of supervision outdoors, supporting play activities as well as working in collaboration with teaching and other support staff to ensure a positive learning environment for 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. The 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. 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. For further information please contact Ian Harvey, Head Teacher or Nicola Plumb, Depute Head Teacher, via the school email address of: wlbridgend-ps@westlothian.org.uk wlwinchburgh-ps@westlothian.org.uk41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15…