Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled teacher to improve life chances for all and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people. As a Learning Support Teacher in Fife, you will work with school-based staff, the school leadership team and a range of stakeholders to ensure pupils are fully included in the school community.
Job Details
Proposed Interview Date: Week commencing 27 October 2025
Closing Date: Thursday 16 October 2025
Contract Type: Temporary until December 2026
Salary: £33,594 to £50,589
Working Pattern: 35 Hours per week
Location: Beath High School, Cowdenbeath
Purpose and Values of Education Directorate
The Education Directorate is committed to improving life chances for all through a wide range of direct services which support children, young people, families and the wider community. Our values are Compassion, Ambition, Respect and Equity, reflecting the ethos and practice principles of staff across the directorate. Our attitudes and behaviour should reflect these core values in all dealings with children, young people, families and the wider community in partnership with those who support them.
Responsibilities
* Provide short term focused support
* Work collaboratively with colleagues
* Consult with a wide range of stakeholders
* Support staff development
Qualifications, Registration and Skills
* High levels of interpersonal skills to work as a member of the school team supporting pupils and families.
* Contribute and lead on areas of school improvement.
* Commitment to ongoing professional learning and to demonstrate its impact on practice.
* PVG scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland prior to appointment.
* Full General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) registration.
* For posts within Primary or Secondary: GTCS registration in the relevant sector and subject as appropriate; model professional standards.
* Permanent posts require full GTCS registration; temporary posts may consider provisional GTCS registration.
* Candidates with GTCS registration in Further Education must also hold Primary or Secondary registration as required.
How to Apply and Supporting Statement
As part of your application, you must provide a Supporting Statement outlining how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate. The Supporting Statement must not be a CV. See the How We Work Matters and Role Profile sections on our Career Site for more information. Information on the Supporting Statement and required content is available on the Career Site.
When completing your Supporting Statement, consider:
* How you have modelled GTCS Professional Values and Professional Commitment, equity of opportunity, and inclusive practice.
* How you have demonstrated knowledge, skills and understanding in meeting pupil needs, including assessment, curriculum and pedagogy improvements, collaboration, and leadership of learning.
* How you have supported colleagues in creating a positive learning environment and developed partnerships at school, local, regional or national levels.
* How you have used self-evaluation to inform decisions and improvements within your learning community.
More Information
* Role Profile – review the role profile and essential criteria.
* How We Work Matters – behaviour framework information.
* Employee Benefits – discounts on a wide range of products and services.
* Directorate Information – council information.
* Alternative formats available on request via email.
Contact
For further information contact: Sandra Duncan
We are holding a Fife Council jobs fair on a date in October at the Glen Pavilion in Dunfermline. This is a great opportunity to meet Hiring Managers and learn more about vacancies and the online application process.
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