Vacancy Information
Temporary for 23 months.
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start asap.
Please Note
Applications will be considered from those wishing to work part time hours. Please state in your application if you wish to work different hours.
The purpose of the Equity & Inclusion Education Outreach Service is to provide bespoke support to identified learners to improve their school attendance, engagement, attainment, and achievement. The Equity & Inclusion Outreach Service works with leaners on a short-term basis to support them to take full advantage of opportunities in school. A key role for the Equity and Inclusion teacher will be to develop our approaches to mentoring services for young people.
In line with GIRFEC principles, the Equity and Inclusion teacher will work closely with school colleagues, including learners’ Named Education Contacts (NEC) and other agencies as part of the ‘team around the child’ to provide early and effective support to ensure that all learners meet their full potential. The service will be led by a Depute Head Teacher for Equity & Inclusion.
This is a unique and exciting post the post holder will be responsible for ensuring that children and young people’s progress is aligned to the associated stretch aims in our Raising Attainment Strategy in key areas including:
1. Achievement of Curriculum for Excellence literacy and numeracy;
2. Attainment of National Qualifications;
3. Improved school attendance and engagement;
4. Reduced school exclusions and
5. Participation of young people into positive post school destinations
if you wish to apply for the post on a secondment basis you must seek approval from your Line Manager before submitting your application form.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY / SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY
Applications for this post will only be accepted from current employees of East Lothian Council (this includes casual and agency staff who are currently undertaking work for us). Any current employee wishing to apply for this temporary post as a secondment should discuss it with their current line manager in the first instance.
Job Details
To undertake class-teaching duties
Teach assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction.
Develop the school curriculum.
Assess, record and report on the work of pupils.
Prepare pupils for examinations and assist with their administration.
Provide advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education.
Promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils.
Work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
Undertake appropriate and agreed Career Long Professional Development (CLPL).
Participate in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review.
Contribute towards good order and the wider needs of the school.