Job Details
36 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 9 August 2026
West Lothian Council reserve the right to close this post early depending on applicant response levels.
About the School
East Calder Primary School is a non‑denominational school serving the village of East Calder and the surrounding community. The school sits within the West Calder High School cluster.
At present, the total school roll is 370 pupils including a nursery provision for up to 74 children in the morning/afternoon and full‑day sessions. The nursery is open 50 weeks per year and staff work flexibly on a rota across the opening hours. There is a growing school role due to the number of new houses being built within the community.
There are 20 members of teaching staff, 2 EYOs and 20 staff within our Nursery Team as well as a team of 8 pupil support workers, supporting learners from ELC – P7. The school management team consists of the head teacher, deputy head teacher and principal teacher.
The school works very closely with the West Calder High School cluster schools. There are well‑developed and mutually successful partnership links with local community groups and businesses. The school and ELC have earned a very good reputation within the community and are both very well supported by the parent council and the wider parent forum.
Role Summary
You will become part of a hardworking and committed staff team, with opportunities to be creative and imaginative in your approach to leadership and management. You will work in close partnership with the Depute Head Teacher and Area Support Manager in strategic planning and management of the nursery.
Commitment and Development
West Lothian Council is 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.
Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Requirements
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. SSSC stipulate you must submit your application within three months of your start date. If you are already registered with SSSC you will be required to add West Lothian Council to your account.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. 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.
Contact Information
For further information please contact Betty Skinner, ELC Area Support Manager e‑mail: LNKD1_UKTJ
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