Harmeny Education Trust is a sector-leading children’s charity providing therapeutic care and education for children with complex additional support needs. We work with children aged 5 to 18, both on a day and all-year-round residential basis, referred by local authorities throughout Scotland. We are seeking a Craft, Design and Technology Teacher with recent and significant experience of secondary teaching to join our outstanding Education Team on a part-time (0.5FTE) employed basis to work with children with complex additional support needs. The subject specialism required is Craft, Design and Technology. Along with a creative approach to learning and teaching, you will demonstrate a working experience of the Curriculum for Excellence through the Broad General Education and onto the Senior Phase. Our young people will require a bespoke approach to their learning and will require their teacher to understand their needs and support an educational environment based on an interdisciplinary learning approach. Most importantly, we are looking for a teacher who has an infectious enthusiasm for their subject with a drive and passion for supporting young people through to a positive destination. You will require to have the resilience to work with children who have social, emotional and behavioural needs in a nurturing, sensitive, caring way. The successful candidate will work 17.5 hours per week, Wednesday to Thursday, 8.30am to 4.30pm, and Friday, 8.30am to 12pm. The pro-rata salary for the post ranges from £16,797 to £25,294 per annum, depending on experience, and it is based on a full-time equivalent salary range of £33,594 to £50,589. Three school closure days are allocated for additional learning and development required for the specialist therapeutic learning environment that Harmeny promotes. Applicants should be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. A driving licence allowing the use of our vehicles is essential. Harmeny is situated in a beautiful 35-acre woodland estate, which includes residential and education accommodation, community garden, orchard, wildlife habitats and children’s play areas. Harmeny is located in Balerno on the outskirts of Edinburgh, at the foot of the Pentland Hills; we are easily accessible by bus and there is on-site parking available. We offer benefits and opportunities that promote wellbeing, work-life balance, staff development and security. Benefits include: Free gym membership and cycle to work scheme Access to a wellbeing app and counselling Access to discounts on shopping and events On-site wellbeing spaces and free massage therapy All staff receive a comprehensive induction package, and access to a range of learning and development opportunities throughout their career with us. Harmeny is a values-led organisation and a good fit with our ethos is as important to us as having relevant experience. If you would like to find out more about this rewarding opportunity, please contact Mandy Shiel, Head of Education, by telephoning the trust. To apply, please complete the application form via the recruitment section on our website or by telephoning the Trust. Closing date: 27 June 2025 Interview date: 4 July 2025