Principal Teacher Pupil Support - DGA13247 in Kent, Tonbridge

Principal Teacher Pupil Support (1.0FTE) Permanent. St Joseph's College Promoted Teacher Scale PT05 £69,231.

At St Joseph's College, we are committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities for our students in a caring environment. Our staff are committed to ensuring the best possible attainment, achievement and wellbeing of our learners. Through their hard work, they provide our young people with a wide range of experiences that allow them to demonstrate and develop the skills required for lifelong learning and the world of work.

A vacancy has arisen at St Joseph's College for a permanent Principal Teacher of Pupil Support. The post will involve supporting the learning and behavioural needs of young people enrolled in the school. The holder of this post will work closely with staff, Parents/Carers and Partner Agencies to ensure the best educational outcomes for all young people with any support need.

Successful candidates will also undertake teacher duties as per SNCT handbook Part 2: Section 2. As such, we would welcome interest from suitably experienced and registered secondary teachers.

Our Council's vision is to make Dumfries and Galloway the best place in Scotland to live, learn, work, visit and grow. Our Education and Learning Directorate contributes to this vision because it is as unique as the area itself. We are proud of our rich mix of schools - large and small, urban and rural, partnership and all-through. Our purpose is clear and simple - to increase achievement, attainment and participation for all young people 2-18 by maximising the opportunity for our staff to develop and innovate through collaborative working.

We believe in developing the autonomy of schools, Headteachers and their staff to facilitate the highest quality learning and teaching. We continue to use our resources in innovative ways to ensure we build on our investment in staff and their practice, and this is reflected in continued improvements to attainment, achievement and participation. We are committed to our teachers, evidenced by the provision of high-quality professional learning opportunities for all.

Dumfries and Galloway provides opportunities to enjoy a rich and diverse quality of life for singles, couples and families in this magical corner of Scotland; the experiences on offer are as varied as the stunning landscape. From outdoor pursuits to nationally recognised arts festivals, there are activities and opportunities for all. Furthermore, good quality travel links bring major centres of population within easy reach.

If you are considering a teaching career in Dumfries and Galloway, and in joining a Council that is ambitious and forward thinking, we want to hear from you! This post forms part of Dumfries Learning Town schools and/or the Bridge to deliver courses as part of the BGE and /or senior phase curriculum as appropriate to meet the needs of our learners.

Requirements

Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector. This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

Required Information

As part of the recruitment and selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form and will be read in conjunction with your application form. Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School. The reference should be submitted prior to the closing date. The reference for this vacancy should be emailed to: gw08jonesbernadette@ea.dumgal.sch.uk.

In line with Section 21 (2A) of the Education (Scotland) Act 1980 the successful candidate for this post will require to have the approval of the Roman Catholic Church. Applicants are advised that it is their responsibility to obtain such approval and this must be done at the same time as submitting the application form. The necessary documents can be downloaded from the Scottish Catholic Education Service web site.

Please note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session. In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with Dumfries and Galloway Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue pay and leave. In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and pay and leave will be adjusted. Information regarding the national pay and leave calculation can be accessed at: .snct.org.uk/library/2527/Part 2 Appendix 2.19 Final Version June 2018.

For further queries please contact: Mrs Bernadette Jones, Headteacher Email: gw08jonesbernadette@ea.dumgal.sch.uk Tel. 01387 - 252893.