Teacher of ASL - Turriff CSN (Turriff School) - ABS47488

Job Description

Are you ready for a new challenge and passionate about making a difference? Do you have a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people with significant learning difficulties and/or emotional needs? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Additional Support for Learning (Enhanced Provision) Teacher to join our team, delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that help pupils with ongoing difficulties accessing the curriculum and wider aspects of school life, reach their full potential in the classroom. Through inclusive and personalised approaches, you will provide tailored support that meets each learner’s individual needs, supporting them to thrive both in the classroom and in their broader educational journey.

Job Role

• Develop and implement inclusive learning strategies to promote attainment and achievement.
• Work collaboratively to support pupils effectively.
• Foster and build meaningful relationships with pupils, helping to develop their confidence, resilience, and engagement in learning.
• Create a nurturing, supportive, and stimulating learning environment tailored to diverse needs.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, building expertise in additional support needs.

What You’ll Gain

• Professional Growth & Development
• Access to a diverse range of professional learning opportunities through Aberdeenshire’s Enhanced Provision Teachers Professional Learning Framework.

Fulfilment & Impact

• A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional support needs.
• The chance to positively influence pupils' development, fostering their independence, confidence, resilience, and success.
• A school community that champions equality, inclusion, and innovation in education.

Supportive Work Environment

• A welcoming and collaborative team culture, where creativity and fresh ideas are valued.
• Strong partnerships with multi-disciplinary teams, including specialists and dedicated support staff.
• A workplace that values relationship-building, creating a positive and inclusive environment for both staff and pupils.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey and bring your expertise to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

This is a network post. The vacancy is for the Turriff Network, the hours are currently allocated to Turriff Primary School, but you may be required to work within the Turriff CSN.

This position is based in our Enhanced Provision supporting children with complex needs.

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Fixed Term for a period not exceeding: 1 July 2027.

Expected Interview Date: 29th June 2026.

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This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

Responsibilities

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered. If you qualified as a Teacher out with Scotland, please visit GTCS – Qualified Outside Scotland and review the GTCS FAQs for more information around obtaining registration with the General Teaching Council Scotland.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.