Pupil Support Worker, Uphall Primary School WEL

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25 hrs per week, 39 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

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.

Uphall Primary School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated Pupil Support Worker within our school staff team. The successful candidate will join supportive staff team and will work across the classes of the school either in class or with targeted interventions. The role will also involve supporting over pupil breaks and lunchtimes.

This position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council. The successful candidate will have three months from commencement in this post to register with the SSSC and to start working towards a relevant qualification with a 5 year period. 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.

Interviews to take place on Monday 27th July 2026.

For further information please contact Julie Bruce, Headteacher e-mail: ju