Job advert
11 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Fixed term until 13 April
West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response.
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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our learning community within Blackburn Primary School. Blackburn Primary School and Hopefield Nursery class is a non-denominational school catering for Nursery to P7, situated in the Blackburn area of West Lothian and is part of the Bathgate Learning Community. The school works hard to provide an inclusive and nurturing environment for children and their families.
The school role is currently 98 pupils split into 5 school and 2 ASN classes. There are 81 children in the nursery. The school is staffed by a skilled and motivated team consisting of the Head teacher, DHT, 2 PTs, teaching and non teaching staff, working together to support and challenge learners across the school and nursery. Our parents are very supportive of the school and through regular opportunities parents engage in the wider life of the school and have provided effective feedback to move our school forward. Our free breakfast club is well attended.
We are seeking an enthusiastic clerical assistant to support across the school and nursery. Good communication skills are essential and you should enjoy working as part of a team. The post holder will work in partnership with all stakeholders within Blackburn Primary School to ensure a high quality student experience.
This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scotland Act. From 28 February 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 Kirsty McLaren, Headteacher e-mail