Class Teacher

Based at St Martins RC Primary School, Tranent
Temporary part time vacancy until July 2015
30hrs 20 mins per week (19hrs 30 mins class contact)
Mon-Wed and Thurs morning
 
This post is a split between a support for learning teacher 2 days per week and a class teacher 1.5 days per week.
 
The role of this post would include working effectively across all stages of the school in order to meet the learning needs of pupils receiving support for learning. In addition to this probationer release would involve planning, implementing and assessing in partnership with the P2 probationer Class Teacher.

St Martin's RC Primary School serves the needs of Roman Catholic and non-denominational pupils in Tranent and surrounding areas. St Martin's is a single storey building set in extensive grounds. There are seven classes from P1 - P7 and a Nursery class. There is a dining room and a gym/assembly hall and a library system running in the school with the support of parent helpers. A co-operative framework of support from home, school and Church surrounds our children.

As well as being committed to ensuring every child receives a high quality education and achieves the highest possible standard of achievement. St Martin's is also committed to celebrating success and working with the wider community. Pupils throughout the whole school are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning and behaviour and are active participants in the decision making process. The school encourages all staff and pupils to be leaders of learning through the school improvement plan and many new co-ordinator roles have been recently established.

St Martin's has an active Parent Council and parents are actively encouraged to participate in all aspects of school life.

St Martin's currently offers a wide range of after school clubs including a Horrible History club, a guitar club and a gardening club.

Candidates applying for this post should seek advice on approval procedures for working in a Roman Catholic School. Information can be found on the Scottish Catholic Education Service website: http://www.sces.uk.com/approval.html.

Job Details
 
Purpose of the Job

• To undertake class-teaching duties.

Major Tasks

• Teach assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction.
• Develop the school curriculum.
• Assess, record and report on the work of pupils.
• Prepare pupils for examinations and assist with their administration.
• Provide advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education.
• Promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils.
• Work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
• Undertake appropriate and agreed Career Long Professional Development (CLPL).
• Participate in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review.
• Contribute towards good order and the wider needs of the school.

Job Requirements
 
Relevant Qualifications

• Appropriate primary qualification
• For Permanent Posts: Full GTCS Registration is required.
• For Temporary Posts: Full/Provisional GTCS Registration is required

PVG Membership

This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups are required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG member's records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Additional Information
 
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:
http://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/downloads/download/1834/east_lothian_council_employment_information
 
If you have any difficulties applying for this post or if you require any additional assistance, please call 01620 827315, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk

Closing date 7 September 2014

Reference: EAL002306