ELC Practitioner, Calderwood Primary School, 508.50 - WEL10752
West Lothian Council current - East Calder
£32,134 to £34,011 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 15 August 2027 Calderwood Primary School is situated within the village of East Calder and serves the local area. The nursery consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between three and five years old. The nursery provides spacious learning areas and there is a large outdoor and garden area. The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. Calderwood Nursery School are seeking to appoint a highly motivated part time ELC Practitioner to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward thinking team, which has a sound knowledge of child development and responds to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences. 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 Lisa Mushet, ELC Area Support Manager e-mail: lisa.mushet@westlothian.org.uk
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ELC Practitioner, Longridge Primary School, 508.46 - WEL10751
West Lothian Council current - Longridge
£32,134 to £34,011 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 15 th August 2027 Interviews will be held at Longridge Primary School on Tuesday 6 th October 2026 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 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. Longridge Primary School Nursery Class are seeking an ELC Practitioner who will demonstrate commitment to our visions and values and is motivated to work as part of our team. The ELC Practitioner will support the team to achieve positive outcomes for all our children by developing a high-quality learning environment which promotes quality interactions, challenge, curiosity and creativity. This is a 36 hour, 52.14 week, fixed term contract in our ELC setting. Please note you will be required to work on a shift pattern Monday - Thursday between the hours of 7.45am and 6.15pm and Fridays between the hours of 7.45am and 12.45pm including during school holidays when our ELC setting will remain open. The post-holder must be educated to HNC/SVQ3 level in Early Education and Childcare or provide equivalent qualifications. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning experiences. 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 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 For more information, please contact Taylor Anne Kelly, ELC Area Support Manager, e-mail: tayloranne.kelly@westlothian.org.uk
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ELC Practitioner, Holy Family Nursery, 508.45 - WEL10748
West Lothian Council current - Winchburgh
£32,134 to £34,011 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 18 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 11 th 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 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. Holy Family ELC, part of Holy Family Primary School and serves the community of Winchburgh in West Lothian. The setting is open 50 weeks per year, staff work flexibly across the opening hours 7:45am until 6:20pm. Our nursery (ELC) is at the heart of our establishment, we value the essential work that takes place in the Early Learning and Childcare Setting. It is in the ELC that children and families are supported to form an attachment that will support every child to reach their developmental and early learning goals. Holy Family ELC offers children a wide range of learning experiences. We manage continuous improvement through robust self-evaluation and implementation of the School Improvement Plan. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward-thinking team, bringing a sound knowledge of child development and will respond to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning experiences. The days required are Wednesday and Thursday and alternate Fridays. 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 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 For further information please contact Maureen McGillivray, ELC Area Manager e-mail: m.mcgillivray@westlothian.org.uk
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Community Care Coordinator, Torridon House, 508.47 - WEL10747
West Lothian Council current - Livingston
£35,851 to £38,779 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term for 1 year from start date 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 successful candidate will be based within the Integrated Access Point undertaking a range of social work services in relation to the assessment and care management of adults in West Lothian. Assessment and Care Management Team – Autism and Learning Disability Team The successful candidate will be based within the autism and learning disability team undertaking a range of social work services in relation to the assessment and care management of adults with autism and or learning disability in West Lothian. The post holder will be assisting with care pathways, enabling people to remain as independent as possible. Assessment will take a strengths-based approach and post holders will be encouraged to think creatively about how we support service users during their period of assessment. This will include ensuring service users meet eligibility criteria. The worker must have abilities to work as part of a team, respond to demands of a busy service, be able to follow procedures, have excellent communication and good report writing skills. These tasks will be carried out in partnership with service users, family members, colleagues within Social Policy and other professionals and agencies as necessary to meet need. The worker will be required to have a good understanding of Self Directed Support and the importance of completing outcome focused assessments. The worker will be required to undertake essential training including in adult support and protection training up to level 2 in accordance with service standards. The worker must have the ability to travel throughout West Lothian and hold a recognised qualification in social care. Before confirming appointment, you will be required to obtain PVG Scheme Membership through Disclosure Scotland. The skills and knowledge candidate must have: - SVQ 3 and an HNC in Social Care or equivalent. Relevant experience in a social or health care setting is essential. It is desirable for the candidate to have relevant assessment and care management experience in a social work practice team. This 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.
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Pupil Support Worker, Calderwood Primary School, 508.49 - WEL10750
West Lothian Council current - East Calder
£26,785 to £27,235 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 11 April 2027 West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels. Calderwood Primary School Nursery class 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. The setting is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. Calderwood Nursery class are seeking to appoint a highly motivated a Pupil Support Worker to join our Nursery team. The successful candidate will work as part of a forward thinking team, which has a sound knowledge of child development and responds to the individual needs of each child, providing high quality interactions and learning and teaching experiences. 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. 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. For further information please contact Lisa Mushet, ELC Area Support Manager: lisa.mushet@westlothian.org.uk
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Social Worker Throughcare, Torridon House, 508.48 - WEL10749
West Lothian Council current - Livingston
£46,944 to £51,524 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert 28.8 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent 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 In West Lothian we believe that our care experienced young people should be fully supported to have a planned transition from care to ensure they have the best start in their adulthood. You will be based in one of our busy practice teams promoting and protecting the wellbeing of looked after and accommodated young people, including unaccompanied asylum seeking young people. We offer a supportive working environment with induction for new staff, regular planned supervision, a controlled workload and a professional development plan with varied training opportunities. Degree in social work or equivalent is essential. 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 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
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Social Care Practitioner, Limecroft Care Home, 508.39 - WEL10741
West Lothian Council current - Livingston
£32,134 to £34,011 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 28 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, + 14% shift allowance, Permanent As a Social Care Practitioner at Limecroft Care Home, you will work as part of a team providing a high standard of care and support, in order to meet the personal, physical, social and emotional needs of 38 older people. 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. 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. It is essential that you possess an SVQ III in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification. HNC is desirable. You will provide direct personal care and support in accordance with individual care plans and contribute to the assessment, planning, delivery and review of care, to ensure residents’ assessed needs are met. You will undertake key worker responsibilities for allocated residents and contribute to care planning and reviews, ensuring residents’ changing needs are identified and appropriately supported. You will use the Access Care and Clinical electronic care planning and recording system to contribute to and update care plans and complete daily progress notes and other relevant care records. You will administer and manage medication in accordance with Council policies, procedures and training, using the EMAR electronic medication administration system. This includes accurate recording of medication administration, medication ordering and receipt, monitoring for side effects and supporting residents who are able to self-medicate. You will contribute to the care planning process and ensure that care practice is non-discriminatory and that residents’ personal beliefs, preferences, dignity and choices are appropriately acknowledged. You will be aware of and responsive to the needs of older people with mental health problems, including dementia. You will provide personal care and support with emotional needs of older people requiring residential care. This includes support with personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, eating and drinking, continence and maintaining relationships with family and friends. You will work collaboratively with residents, families, carers, colleagues and other professionals to provide a person-centred service. You will participate in handovers, reviews, staff meetings, supervision and annual development reviews and undertake training and development appropriate to the role. You will provide a service compatible with professional social care practice and within the policies, procedures and standards set by the Service. You should have an understanding of the specific needs of older people and the ability to communicate effectively with residents, relatives, colleagues and other professionals. A shift pattern is in place, including weekends. You will require to complete Disclosure Scotland/ PVG checks Grade 4: £32,134 - £34,011, + 14% shift allowance, pro rata
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Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Polkemmet Primary School, 508.40 - WEL10742
West Lothian Council current - Whitburn
£28,455 to £30,595 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 11 th April 2027 Polkemmet Primary School is a non-denominational school that serves the community in the West of Whitburn. During session 2026/27 the school roll of 234 is organised over 8 classes in the primary school plus morning, full day and afternoon Early Learning and Childcare sessions. The school has an excellent relationship with cluster schools, the local community, and the local church. A significant number of our children have barriers to learning and the school works hard to identify and overcome these, priding itself on providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for our children and their families. We believe that children, ‘have to be well, to do well’ and that we can empower them to “be all they can be”. Our school values are at the core of everything we do, Kindness, Perseverance and Creativity. They underpin our teaching and learning and provide an environment which prepares our pupils to be Confident, Responsible, Effective, and Successful citizens. Our values effectively inform improvements and our children’s sense of identity with the school. We are seeking an enthusiastic advanced pupil support worker to join the support team in the school. 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 contact Linda Baxter, Head Teacher e mail – linda.baxter@westlothian.org.uk
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Technical Accountant, West Lothian Civic Centre, 508.41 - INTERNAL APPLICATIONS ONLY - WEL10743
West Lothian Council current - Livingston
£61,623 to £65,377 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
Job Advert INTERNAL ONLY Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of West Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us). Secondment opportunities must be discussed with your current line manager prior to submitting an application for this post. 36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Permanent Finance and Property Services plays a key role within the council including the delivery of frontline services to the public in West Lothian. As part of Finance and Property Services, the council’s Financial Management Unit (FMU) is recognised as a high performing unit with a key role in ensuring the council makes the most effective use of resources to support delivery of services to customers. The current economic climate demonstrates the importance of sound financial planning and financial support within local government. An opportunity has arisen within FMU for the recruitment of a technical accountant to undertake a professional managerial role within the unit. This interesting and challenging role is responsible for a portfolio of financial and technical activities and responsibilities and will carry out their duties with a minimal level of supervision using initiative and independence. The post requires professional accounting and management skills and experience. It also required the postholder to communicate effectively with finance colleagues and a wide range of staff throughout the council and in external organisations. The post requires knowledge of corporate and service issues, as well as consideration of wider environmental and political factors. As part of a highly motivated and close working unit, the postholder will undertake a number of cross-cutting exercises out-with their immediate area of responsibility that contribute towards meeting FMU objectives. You should also have the ability to prioritise workload and deliver tasks simultaneously within tight timescales and operate successfully in a team environment. The postholder will be expected to meet and high quality performance standards and strive to surpass these standards for their own and the team performance. The council has a flexible working policy supporting the workforce to deliver critical services whilst maintaining a work-life balance, and this allows a hybrid working arrangement for this post. You must have active membership of a recognised professional body accounting body (CCAB), either fully qualified or demonstrating progress towards qualification, with knowledge of local government finance, wider policy issues and relevant legislation.
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Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Whitdale Primary School (ELC), 508.44 - WEL10746
West Lothian Council current - Whitburn
£28,455 to £30,595 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Advert 12.5 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 11 th 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 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. Whitdale Primary School and nursery is situated within the village of Whitburn and serves the local area. The nursery setting consists of am, pm and full day learners aged between two and five. The nursery is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly across the opening hours. The ELC provides spacious learning areas, a garden area, an indoor/outdoor room. Whitdale ELC is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Advanced Pupil Support Worker within our ELC Team. To be as part of a forward-thinking team and bringing sound knowledge of child development. Working hours for this post are 12.5 hours Monday- Tuesday 9.00am-12.00pm, Wednesday- Thursday 9.00am-12.15 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 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 For further information please contact Lynsey Mann, ELC Area Manager e-mail: lynsey.mann@westlothian.org.uk
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