Pupil Support Worker, St Ninian's Primary School, 507.76

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20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 11^th April 2027

St Ninian’s Primary is a denominational primary school situated in Dedridge Livingston, West Lothian. The current school roll is 268 students with 68 pupils in our nursery class. The staff in both the school and nursery work closely together to support all learners across the nursery and school including those designated to support students with additional learning needs. St Ninian’s has an excellent reputation in the local community, particularly for the high standards of conduct and confidence displayed by students.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Pupil Support Worker who will contribute to providing a safe, secure and inclusive school environment that builds the confidence of young people and enhance their ability to play and learn.

The Post Holder will work with and support primary pupils in a range of situations. They are an integral part of the school team involved in implementing strategies designed to improve pupil performance in the following areas:

• Progress in learning and engagement by learning through play.
• Personal and social development and skills in independence
• Developing Relationships with peers and staff
• Supporting the personal care of pupils
• Supporting the preparation of nursery snacks and supervision of pupils while eating meals.

Written approval by the Catholic Church will be required for this position. Please see https://sces.org.uk/ for further information.

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 Mrs Ann Smith, HT St Ninian’s RC PS and ELC e-mail: ann.smith1@westlothian.org.uk