Teacher (Pupils with Visual Impairment)

Applications are sought from fully registered GTC teachers who have recent experience and interest in working with children with additional support needs, in particular children who have a visual impairment.  The post is within the sensory team, which is part of the Renfrewshire Specialist Support Service based in Castlehead High School, Paisley.  Applications from teachers trained in Visual Impairment with a Certificate in Braille Competency are particularly welcomed.

The sensory team supports pupils who have a visual and / or hearing difficulty in the pre-five, primary and secondary sector. An additional qualification in visual Impairment is desirable but not essential.  There will be an opportunity to undertake training in supporting pupils with a visual impairment, leading to a relevant qualification.

As the post is peripatetic, there is a requirement to travel around a number of establishments throughout Renfrewshire.

To apply for these posts you must also submit a report from your current Head Teacher. Please note that once you have received your completed report from your Head Teacher, you must return it by email to jobs@renfrewshire.gov.uk or by post to: BS Recruitment Team, BSHub, Renfrewshire House, Cotton Street, Paisley, PA1 1TS. 

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Disclosure Scotland check, the level of check will be determined by the duties of the post.

Closing date: 27/01/2020

Reference: REN04861

Castlehead High School, Camphill.