Teacher of ASL; Banff Academy - ABS

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people with additional support needs? Do you thrive on creating motivating and engaging learning environments that empower pupils to succeed? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a dedicated Additional Support for Learning Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality learning and teaching, supporting pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential while fostering strong relationships that encourage independence, confidence and participation.

Job Role

• Develop and implement engaging learning programmes tailored to pupils withadditionalsupport needs, ensuring meaningful learning experiences.
• Deliver inclusive and high-quality education, providing strategies that motivate and inspire pupils.
• Foster and build meaningful relationships with pupils, helping to develop their confidence, resilience, and engagement in learning.
• Promote positive outcomes and wider achievement, encouraging personal growth and success in all learners.

What You’ll Gain

• Professional Growth & Development
• Access to a wide variety of professional learning experiences through ongoing professional development opportunities.

Fulfilment & Impact

• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people withadditionalsupport needs.
• The chance to positively influence pupils' development, fostering their independence confidence, resilience, and success.

Supportive Work Environment

• A collaborative and inclusive team culture, where creativity and innovation are valued.
• A workplace that prioritises relationship-building, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for both staff and pupils.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching journey and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a network post. The vacancy is for the Banff Network, the hours are currently allocated to Banff Academy, but you may be required to work within the Banff CSN.

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This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.

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