Job Summary
We may conduct our interviews in person or using Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and access to the internet. We will provide guidance and instructions on how to use this method if your interview is being held virtually.
We are a disability confident leader and we support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process - for more information click here.
This post is based within our Education Directorate. You will be responsible for delivering effective teaching services to children and young people attending Dreghorn Primary ESR Base, a provision for children with communication and language difficulties, many of whom have Autism Spectrum Disorder. Experience working with ASN is preferred.
This post has a start date of August 2025. Current Probationers can apply, subject to achieving the standard for full GTCS registration.
For more details, see the attached Role Profile below.
Before you apply, find out a little about us and why we are a Great Place to Work.
Staff Values & Behaviours
North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural-based approach throughout the recruitment process.
Our values of Focus, Passion, and Inspiration are core to everything we do. For teaching posts, we will explore the post in conjunction with the appropriate Professional Standards.
Further information on our Staff Values and how to complete behaviour-based application questions is available at Staff values and behaviours.
Additional Information
As part of the selection process, you must provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form. References will be read in conjunction with your application. Applicants who do not submit references on time will be disadvantaged, as additional points are awarded for strong references.
Your second referee will be contacted if you are the preferred candidate.
It is your responsibility to gather and submit your reference before the closing date. References should be emailed to:
Hayley Dickson, Head Teacher
Email: haleydickson@ea365.n-ayrshire.sch.uk
PVG (Children)
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the PVG Scheme. It is an offence to apply if barred from working with children.
Successful candidates will need to join or update the PVG Scheme, with costs deducted from wages. For more info, visit Disclosures Scotland.
If successful, your name and email will be entered into the PVG system to generate your PVG form.
Our Workstyles
North Ayrshire Council has four Workstyles. This post is classified as In Building, meaning more than 90% of time is spent at a single location.
More info can be found in our HR Guide - Workstyles. Feel free to ask about the Workstyle at interview.
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