Pupil Support Worker x 3, Toronto Primary School, 507.53

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27.67 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed term until 12^th April 2027.

Toronto Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the Howden area of Livingston and the surrounding community. The school sits within the Inveralmond Community High School cluster. At present, the total school roll is 255 pupils including our ELC provision.

At Toronto Primary School, we are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Pupil Support Workers to join our hard-working and committed staff team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and additional support needs. 

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 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.

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 Paul Barrowman, Head Teacher:  paul.barrowman@westlothian.org.uk