Pupil Support Worker x2, Letham Primary School, 481.09

3 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom West Lothian Council Full time

Job Advert

2 x posts, 26 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, fixed term until 31 March .

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

Interviews will be held on 21st June

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our learning community within Letham and Riverside Primary School. These two schools work within a Collaborative Leadership Model.

Letham Primary School and Nursery and Riverside Primary School are non-denominational schools situated in the Craigshill area of Livingston. They are both part of the Inveralmond Learning Community. The schools work hard to provide an inclusive and nurturing environment for children and their families in an area of economic and social deprivation.

The schools currently have a Senior Leadership Team that consists of a Head teacher, ​two Acting DHT, and five Principle Teachers. Each school has ​one Support for Learning teacher to support the class teachers. Both schools are supported by a team of pupil support workers and ​three members of clerical and admin staff.

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.

The post holder will provide support for teachers and children to enhance experiences and achievement for children. They will undertake a range of support activities with regard to general supervision, safety, care and well-being of the children. 

The Post Holder will work with and support pupils within the mainstream classes. They will be part of the school team involved in implementing school strategies designed to improve pupil performance in the following areas:

Transitions within the school and the local community

Positive Relationships

Progress in learning and attainment

Good communication skills are essential and you should enjoy working as part of a team. The post holder will work in partnership with all stakeholders within Letham Primary School to ensure a high quality student experience

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 . From 28 February 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

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.



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