Class Teacher – Autism
Balbardie Primary School
West Lothian
- Salary:
- £26,895-£35,763
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 23 September 2017
Job overview
Balbardie Primary School is a non-denominational school which serves the town of Bathgate. In session 2017-2018 the school roll is 429. Our school role includes 18 in the Autistic Spectrum Resource (ASR) for children from across the local authority with social, communication and language difficulties. Bathgate West Nursery School is also managed by the Head Teacher at Balbardie PS.
The school has very effective partnerships with our stakeholders and these positive relationships also work well with a wide range of organisations/agencies outside and beyond the school. These partnerships have been successful in supporting all our children with a wide range of challenges.
This class teacher will be responsible for the learning, teaching and pastoral care of 6 children within the unit. An understanding of children on the autistic spectrum is preferable for this role although not essential.
West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.
A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by the West Lothian Council.
Closing date: 24/09/2017
Reference: WEL02159
Balbardie Primary School,
Torphicen Street,
Bathgate
About Balbardie Primary School
- Balbardie Primary School
- Torphichen Street, Bathgate
- West Lothian
- EH48 4HL
- United Kingdom
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