Job Description 9.45 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed term until 11th April 2027 West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels Working Hours: Monday – 8.30 am – 3.15 pm Thursday – 11.15am – 3.15 pm 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. Springfield Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the community of Springfield in Linlithgow. It is part of the Linlithgow Academy High School cluster. The roll of the school is 339 with pupils organised into thirteen classes. Bonnytoun ELC is located on the school grounds in a separate building, and provides early learning and child care for children aged 2-5 years. The roll of the ELC is 72 children over the course of the week. Springfield Primary School has earned a very good reputation within the community and is well supported by the Parent Council and the wider parent forum. The Parent Council works in close partnership with the school and provides support in identifying areas for improvement. There are well developed, supportive partnerships with local groups, businesses, church and a local day care centre. 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 position requires registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). 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. For further information please contact Nicky Hocknull, Headteacher: e-mail : nicola.hocknull@westlothian.org.uk