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39 week contract, 10hr 50mins per week (Monday and Tuesday), fixed term until 27/06/25
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 is committed to far-reaching changes in the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include providing you with the support and environment you need to excel in your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council's achievement of the Investors in People Standard, always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.
Whitdale Primary School and Early Learning Centre is a non-denominational school with a roll of 312 pupils in the primary school and 81 pupils in our Early Learning Centre. The school is staffed by a skilled and motivated team of teaching and non-teaching staff, working together to support and challenge learners across the school. Whitdale Primary School has 14 classes with a senior management team consisting of a Head Teacher, Depute Headteacher, Principal Teacher, and Acting Principal Teacher. Our school values are to inspire, engage, challenge, and flourish. We have a very supportive and active Parent Council.
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. The SSSC stipulates that you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with the 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 Sharon Wallace, Headteacher, e-mail: Sharon.wallace@westlothian.org.uk.
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