AdvertPupil Equity Worker (Fixed Term)Dumfries High School £18,.01 - £19,.81 Dumfries and Galloway's approach to education looks to combine the traditional values, ethos and atmosphere of this unique corner of Scotland with fresh 21st century thinking.
At Dumfries High School we are not only committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities but also to develop our young people as leaders and responsible citizens who will make a huge difference to the school community and beyond.
We work in partnership with our parents and carers, our associated primary schools, member of the local community, other partners in learning and most importantly, our young people.We are seeking to appoint a Pupil Equity Worker to work 30 hours per week over 39 weeks per year (term time).
This post is fixed term until July .
This post may be suitable for secondment.
Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.
The successful applicant will work alongside the Pupil Support Faculty to support specific groups of pupils to help raise their attainment, attendance, increase opportunities and maximise the wellbeing of these children.
This will involve working with families as well as teachers, facilitating inputs with teaching and learning.
The right person will be effective at motivating and engaging students and their families in their education and future.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act .
From 28 February , preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality.
We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.For further information please contact: Phil Cubbon, Headteacher on or email: