Pupil Support Worker Advanced, Broxburn Academy, 487.24 - WEL08779

Job Description

27.5 hours, 39 weeks per year, Salary Pro Rata, Fixed term until 29th June 2025

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

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.

Broxburn Academy is a six-year comprehensive school serving the areas of Broxburn, Uphall, Uphall Station, Pumpherston and Dechmont. We work closely with our cluster primaries which include Broxburn P.S, Kirkhill P.S, Uphall P.S, Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community P.S to ensure a consistent and holistic approach.

Our current school roll is 872.

We are looking for an Advanced Pupil Support Worker to contribute to providing a safe, secure and inclusive school environment.

The Post Holder will work with and support a young person with ASD on a one to one basis. They are part of the school team involved in implementing school strategies designed to improve pupil performance in the following areas:

Progress in learning and attainment
Personal and social development

P7/S1 transition support
Behaviour
Relationships with peers
Relationships with staff

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.