Job Description
Primary Teacher
Rowanfield School
Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week
Opened in 2002, Rowanfield Special School (Primary) is situated in the north of Edinburgh and is part of the Craigroyston High School learning community. The school meets the additional support needs of children aged 5-12 with a wide range of barriers to learning.
The school serves a broad area with pupils travelling from across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Pupils are placed in school following a referral to The Education Placement Group (EPG).
There are 12 teaching staff (including Head Teacher, Deputy Head Teacher & 2 Primary Teachers). They are supported by 25 support staff, including Pupil Support Workers, Pupil Support Officers, an Administrator, a Business Manager, and therapy pets Pepsi and Tango.
We work closely with Allied Health Professionals and outside agencies such as NHS SLT, Spartans, CAMHS, Youth Music Initiative, Drake Music, and Queen Margaret University.
The current school community has a very neurodivergent population. Six classes (Willow & Hawthorn) have pupils with an expanding range of social and emotional needs, many of whom have experienced trauma, been out of full-time education for extended periods, and have complex barriers to learning. Each class has a maximum of 6 pupils with dedicated support staff. Additionally, three communication classes (Sycamore) primarily support pupils with complex language and communication difficulties such as ASD and developmental delays.
We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher with experience or a passion to make a difference in the lives of children. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of the curriculum, be an excellent practitioner, have experience with diverse needs, understand the influence of adult behaviour in a school environment, and have a track record in building relationships and raising attainment. Most importantly, the successful candidate should have a sense of humor, be creative, and be prepared for rewarding challenges.
Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.
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. Candidates who have spent a continuous period of 3 months or more outside the UK in the last 5 years will require an Overseas Criminal Record Check. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of these checks.
Requirements
We are committed to creating a workplace where all staff feel valued, included, and able to perform their best. We recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce with varied values, beliefs, experiences, and backgrounds.
As part of our efforts to improve organizational culture and create a positive work environment, we aim to recruit individuals not only for their skills and experience but also for their approach to work.
We are open to flexible working arrangements.
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