Teacher - ASN, Ogilvie School Campus, 501.09

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35 hours per week, 47 weeks per year, Fixed Term until 9 August 2026

Ogilvie School Campus is a school for children with a range of additional support needs arising from complex difficulties, sensory impairments, physical disabilities and Autism spectrum disorder. The school catchment area covers the whole of West Lothian Council.

The school is growing year on year as we continue to expand our Secondary offering. This year will see our first S6 Secondary pupils take forward their education at Ogilvie School Campus.

The school is currently staffed by a Head Teacher, about 20 other teaching staff, 40 Advanced Pupil Support Workers and 2 Office staff. The school roll is around 100 children.

We are supported by a team of health professionals who regularly meet with staff, children, and parents, including a school nurse, community paediatrician, speech and language therapists, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and children and mental health team.

There is a very positive ethos across the school. Staff, parents, and partners work well together to create a community that provides the best possible care for our children.

West Lothian Council is committed to significant changes in how we deliver our Education Services. These include providing support and an environment conducive to your professional development. Our dedication is reflected in the council\’s achievement of the Investors in People Standard, with ongoing efforts to improve service delivery.

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland are 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 West Lothian Council. Postholders are expected to work towards a relevant qualification within a 5-year period.

For further information please contact Michelle Eckford, Headteacher e-mail: michelle.eckford@westlothian.org.uk