Family Link Worker, The James Young High School, 493.68 - WEL09278
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £29,844.00 to £31,609.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | Livingston, EH54 6NE |
| Company: | West Lothian Council current |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WEL09278 |
Summary
Job Advert
This advert may close early dependent on number of applicants.
Family Link Worker - 36hrs/39 weeks – Fixed Term until 13 April 2026
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.
The James Young High School is a six year comprehensive In Livingston South, which serves the communities of Bankton, Bellsquarry, Dedridge and Williamston primary schools. We are looking for an enthusiastic Family Link Worker to join our support team. Candidates will work collaboratively with a range of outside agencies and partners to support our young people in attainment and attendance. Candidates should be forward thinking, dynamic and solution focused.
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.
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.
For further information please contact Angela McKeown, Area Buisness Support Manager e-mail: angela.mckeown@westlothian.org.uk
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