Teacher, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Overview

We are seeking a committed and adaptable Teacher to deliver a range of curricular areas across the Broad General Education (BGE) and Senior Phase, with a particular strength or interest in Social Subjects desirable. This role requires a flexible practitioner who can respond to the diverse needs of our learners, contribute across subject areas, and support wider curriculum delivery. You will play a key role in re-engaging young people in education and supporting them in achieving meaningful and sustainable outcomes.

Main Duties, Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons to small groups of pupils, adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
• Deliver assigned classes, including preparation, assessment and feedback, both in-person and online where required.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes engagement, well-being, and achievement.
• Assess, record and report on pupil progress, using this information to inform next steps in learning.
• Support the development of pupils  confidence, resilience, and skills for learning, life and work.
• Contribute to the design and ongoing development of a flexible and relevant curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for qualifications and support examination processes.
• Act as a Key Teacher, supporting the pastoral needs of allocated pupils and contributing to multi-agency planning and review meetings.
• Manage behaviour in a trauma-informed manner, maintaining a calm, consistent and supportive ethos.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and external partners to support holistic pupil development.
• Contribute to broader opportunities for achievement, including outdoor learning, vocational experiences and life skills programmes.
• Engage with local employers and organisations to support progression pathways, including work experience opportunities.
• Promote and safeguard the health, well-being, and safety of all pupils at all times.
• Participate in school improvement activities, including planning, self-evaluation and raising attainment.
• Undertake ongoing professional learning and contribute to a strong professional learning culture within the school.

Essential

• Degree qualification with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Passion for working with young people who have experienced barriers to learning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Understanding of, or willingness to develop, trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and meeting the needs of learners with Additional Support Needs.
• Full UK driving licence.
• PVG membership (or willingness to obtain).
• Right to work in the UK.

Desired

• Experience of teaching in a secondary school setting, particularly within Social Subjects.
• Knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), attachment, mental health, and therapeutic approaches, with the ability to apply these in practice.
• Experience of supporting learners with Additional Support Needs.
• Experience of developing flexible, personalised or alternative curricula for disengaged learners.

• A salary of £40,201.00 to £44,946.00 per annum, pro rata, plus benefits.
• Annual leave is in line with national entitlement and reflects the relevant local authority s annual leave.
• Medicash s health care plan includes cashback for dental, optical, and complementary treatments, as well as access to discounts for gym memberships and employee assistance.
• Auto-enrolment to the Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Your hours of work are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Your contact time with learners is 22.5 hours per week, and a flexible work pattern can be applied to your other hours, including remote work.

To apply, please complete an application form. We operate a proactive recruitment process and may choose to end recruitment early if a suitable candidate is identified. For further information, contact the recruitment team at

The recruitment and selection process will include an interview and a visit to the school. The successful applicant will be subject to necessary background checks and required to complete a PVG check through Disclosure Scotland, which Pebbles will cover.