Advanced Pupil Support Worker, St Pauls Primary School, 507.38 - WEL10638


Company:	West Lothian Council current
Salary:	£28,455 - £30,595
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	East Calder, EH53 0ES
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Aug 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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12.5 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 11 April 2027

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

St Paul’s Primary School nursery is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area. The setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area. St Paul’s Nursery falls under the management of St Paul’s Primary School, which is situated in the same building. The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours.

St Paul’s Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Advanced Pupil Support Worker to join our Nursery team and provide 1:1 support with one of our learners. The post hours will be split over Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and additional support needs.

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. Candidates require to hold full registration as a practitioner with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

For further information please contact Betty Skinner, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail:

elizabeth.skinner@westlothian.org.uk

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

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