Additional Support for Learning Adviser - FLK14396

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Falkirk Council Internal Applicants - this post may be considered on a seconded basis. Permission should be sought from your line manager and a statement should be included in the ‘additional information’ section of your application noting your line manager’s name and agreement.

Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit an Education Support Officer who is a highly skilled practitioner, committed to supporting the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people with ASN.

The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.

It sets out clearly our expectations for our class teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:

• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others

Successful applicants will:

• hold an appropriate teaching qualification
• be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, Scotland (GTCS)
• be able to demonstrate that they possess the commitment, knowledge and skills outlined in the Standard for Full Registration

This post is temporary until December 2026 due to service requirement.

Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to interview.

If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate.

Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.

The salary for this ESO post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook