Job Advert 20 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed term until 4 th January 2027 West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels 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. St Mary’s Primary School and Polbeth Nursery provide primary education and early learning and childcare to the villages of West Calder, Polbeth and the surrounding area. The nursery is open 50 weeks per year and provides a mixture of full day and half day places for children aged 2 – 5 years. Staff work flexibly across the opening hours on a rota. As a member of the nursery team you will work to support the provision of a high quality learning environment for all children promoting challenge, curiosity and creativity. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and reliable individual to join our support team to support learning and teaching. Under the Early Year officer’s direction they will work within the learning environment to support pupil learning, organise resources and carry out duties relating to children. They will promote an ethos of achievement through the development of positive relationships and will have due regard for the health and safety of the children they are working with. 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 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. For further information please contact Chloe McGrath, ELC Area Manager e-mail: chloe.mcgrath@westlothian.org.uk