Class Teacher

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Class Teacher (EAL)

Location: Area Extended Team, Newton Farm Primary School, Harvester Avenue, Newton, Cambuslang Glasgow G72 6AA

Permanent

21 hours per week

We are looking for a fully qualified Primary GTC Teacher with experience in EAL.

An opportunity has arisen within the Extended Community Team in Cambuslang & Rutherglen for a permanent EAL teacher.  Applications are invited from experienced classroom teachers who have experience of supporting young people for whom English is not their first language.  The successful candidate would be supported to use the assessment resources and to develop a subsequent plan in conjunction with the schools/ establishments.  They will also be involved in the delivery of training to teaching and support staff.  They will liaise with staff from partner agencies and contribute to review/planning meetings. They will also liaise with staff from Early Years / Primary establishments at transition points.

Other remits:  The teacher will be a part of the extended community team, comprising of Early Years Specialist Support teachers , Primary, Secondary Specialist Support Teachers and EAL teachers.  This team is line managed by the Senior Manager of Pupil Support.

The successful candidate must have a breadth of teaching experience across all stages in the primary as well as experience of supporting pupils with EAL.  He / she will be enthusiastic, approachable, experienced in working with children and will have a good working knowledge of Curriculum of Excellence and how it can be used to further enhance the learning experience of children.

It is our mission to make positive meaningful changes in the lives of young people. We aim to provide an exceptional learning and working environment for pupils and staff and work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
We are committed to the education, care and welfare of young people in a childcare environment.

You will assist in the delivery of the curriculum and contribute to whole school initiatives, as appropriate.

You will carry out the range of duties outlined in Annexe B of "A Teaching Profession for the 21st Century"

Closing date: 15/10/2018

Reference: SLA04691

Newton Farm Primary School, Harvester Avenue, Newton, Cambuslang, Glasgow