Pupil & Family Support Worker (Term-Time) ...

Job Description

PAY AWARD PENDING.

This is a fixed term post until 19th December 2025.

The salary will be pro-rata\'d to the term-time hours worked.

Are you passionate about making a difference in children\'s lives? Would you enjoy working in a supportive environment supporting West Dunbartonshire\'s young people and their families on their learning journey?

West Dunbartonshire Council is offering an opportunity for a highly motivated, flexible individual who has a passion for working with children and supporting their families.

The successful candidate will provide flexible support as a Pupil and Family Support Worker at Knoxland Primary.

If you have experience supporting children and possess good admin, IT, literacy, and numeracy skills, we want to hear from you.

In return, you will receive relevant training and support from a dedicated team, along with access to various employee benefits, including mental health and financial wellbeing support, discounts at supermarkets and local retailers, and schemes like our cycle to work scheme.

Our employees enjoy generous annual leave and a comprehensive pension scheme, enhancing the overall benefits package.

Our Pupil & Family Support Workers play a key role in supporting children and families during transition times, beyond the start and end of the school day.

Interview Date: 15th August 2025.

Requirements

This role is considered a regulated role under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020, requiring membership with the PVG scheme. Further details are available here. Preferred applicants will need to join or update their PVG scheme membership before a formal offer is made.

Responsibilities

Applicants should be aware that this employment is excepted from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Failure to disclose convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

The Individual

West Dunbartonshire Council is recognized as one of the top ten flexible employers, supporting work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of at least 19.3%
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 35 days, plus 8 public holidays
• Employee wellbeing supports, including occupational health and counselling

We look forward to hearing from you. Please use the application to share your experience and explain why you\'re suitable for this role.

For more information about West Dunbartonshire Council and why we are an employer of choice, visit our website.