Head of Department, Additional Support for Learning (3-18)

Robert Gordon’s College is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to take forward the next phase of development in helping learners with additional support needs in both our Junior and Senior schools. Our aim is to provide seamless, tailored support for learners aged 3-18, including at all levels of Scottish National Qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and qualified teacher of learning support/additional support needs. The successful applicant will lead a large, highly committed team in driving forward excellent teaching and learning in a supportive environment which takes account of the individual needs of learners. The successful candidate should aim to create an environment which delivers individualised support for pupils as well as working closely with teachers to allow them to deliver appropriate support in lessons. Pupils will be encouraged to develop characteristics such as leadership, curiosity, self organisation, awareness and resilience when facing challenges. This is a full time, permanent post.

The Head of Additional Support Needs will report to two members of the Joint Senior Leadership Team (one Junior School, one Senior School).

The College and Department are committed to providing excellent professional development opportunities for staff.

Our Values and Approach

At Robert Gordon’s College we believe that diversity drives innovation and a strong community. We welcome applications from all candidates with the required professional qualifications and experience. Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience drives us forward every day as we strive to ensure our staff and pupils all feel equally valued and important. The College provides excellent professional development opportunities and supports staff who want to pursue ongoing training or qualifications.

Salary will be based on the national SNCT scale, together with the Robert Gordon’s Allowance above SNCT scale. Candidates will be expected to be willing to actively participate in the College’s vibrant co-curricular programme..

Robert Gordon’s College provides a broad range of benefits in addition to the salary remuneration you will receive. These benefits are non-contractual and may be changed by the College. Currently, the benefits provided to employees include:

• Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme;
• Access to free, confidential and independent Financial Advice;
• Generous staff fee discount (after one year’s service);
• Financial contribution toward the cost of buying prescription eyewear required for work;
• A Bike to Work Scheme;
• A grant towards the cost of buying a computer;
• Life Insurance and Group Personal Accident Insurance;
• Preferential/corporate rates at local wellbeing practitioners;
• Preferential parking rates at the Bon Accord Centre car parks;
• Access to a third party cashback and discount site via RGC email addresses;
• Family Friendly leave above statutory requirements. This includes maternity, paternity & adoption leave, and time off for dependents.

This post is subject to the safe recruitment process required by the regulatory bodies associated with the services operated at Robert Gordon’s College, including a PVG check. Candidates must be registered or eligible for registration with the GTCS.