Vacancy Information
The salary advertised is for a full-time position (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). Part-time hours or sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.
Hourly rate of pay: £14.09 - £15.14
This is a 39-week sessional post, meaning working hours will be during school term time plus in-service days.
Post 1 - Permanent 24 Hours
Days and hours of work:
Monday - Thursday, 08:30-15:25 (55-minute break)
Post 2 - Temporary 27.5 Hours
Temporary until 26th June 2026.
Days and hours of work:
Monday - Thursday, 08:30-15:25 (55-minute break)
Friday, 08:30-12:15 (15-minute break)
You will be asked to indicate which post(s) you would like to be considered for when completing the application form.
Start date: 11th August 2025.
About Preston Lodge High School
Preston Lodge High School is a non-denominational secondary school serving the communities of Cockenzie, Port Seton, Longniddry, Blindwells, and Prestonpans. Our current roll is 1060 students. The school is easily accessible from Edinburgh. Our strengths include:
* The high morale, sense of belonging, and positive ethos of the school community
* The nurturing, inclusive work environment supporting students' learning and wellbeing
* The strong, positive relationships between staff and students
Our dedicated staff, students, parents, carers, and community have contributed to continuous improvement across all areas. We are a happy school with a positive culture and ethos. We focus on improving classroom practice, student and staff learning, curriculum offerings, and attainment, with particular attention to our equity gap.
Our Auxiliary team plays a vital role in our school culture, working alongside teaching staff and students. We seek a highly motivated, open-minded, and friendly individual to join us in supporting our students' positive futures. This role involves personal care for young people, further details of which can be discussed at interview.
This is an exciting time for Preston Lodge High School and its community. More information about us can be found at prestonlodgenet.org. We encourage you to explore our weekly PLus newsletter for insights into our school culture.
Job Details
To provide care and assistance to individuals and small groups of pupils with additional support needs.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for detailed tasks and duties. You must refer to these to complete your application and ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria for consideration.
The East Lothian Way
Our values and behaviors expected in daily work. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these. Please review the document via the provided link.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
A good standard of general education.
Experience working with or caring for children with additional support needs.
Nursery Only:
SSSC registration is mandatory. If not already registered, you must apply within 3 months of starting.
PVG Membership
This role involves regulated work with vulnerable children and/or adults, requiring PVG Scheme membership or update prior to employment.
Note: If you've worked or lived outside the UK for more than 3 months in the last 5 years, an overseas criminal record check is required. Details are available on the website.
Additional Information
For more East Lothian Council employment info, visit the provided links. For application support, contact the support team via the link. For further questions, call 01620 827868 or email recruitment@.
Note: We only accept online applications; CVs are not accepted. If you cannot complete the online form, contact us for a paper application.
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