Pupil Support Worker Advanced X2, Pinewood School Wel

Date: T00:00:00

Location: Mellor, Greater Manchester, GB, SK6 5, Any

Employer: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL

Final date to receive applications: T11:01:15.433

West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels.

27.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 15th August 2027.

Pinewood School is a special school which provides children and young people who have additional learning needs an opportunity to access high quality learning and teaching. The curriculum is designed and adapted to meet the diverse needs of individual learners.

The school is based in the village of Blackburn and has strong community links. The school has both a primary and a secondary department.

During the session 2026/2027 the school roll will comprise approximately 160 pupils, along with the Head Teacher, Depute Head Teacher, 3 Principal Teachers, 35 members of the teaching staff, and 82 non-teaching staff.

• Ambition
• Relationships
• Curiosity

We are seeking two enthusiastic Advanced Pupil Support Workers to join the support team in the school working with pupils with Complex Additional Support Needs.

West Lothian Council is committed to making far-reaching changes to the way education services are delivered. These include providing the support and environment needed to help staff succeed and develop their abilities. Our commitment is demonstrated by achieving the Investors in People Standard and our ongoing efforts to improve service delivery.

We aim to employ a diverse workforce reflecting the people of Scotland and welcome applications from all backgrounds, particularly groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, minority ethnic communities, or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

• The position requires registration with the SSSC. The successful candidate has six months from the start date to become registered with the SSSC. Applications must be submitted within three months of starting.
• If already registered with SSSC, the candidate will need to add West Lothian Council to their 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 must join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check before a formal job offer is made.
• Postholders are required to work towards an appropriate qualification, such as SVQ level 2 or equivalent, within five years.

For more details, please contact Dr Thomas McGovern, Head Teacher. Email: #####