Teacher of Additional Support for Learning

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Edinburgh is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Additional Support for Learning for a part-time maternity cover role. The successful candidate will maintain professional teaching standards, deliver quality education tailored to learners' needs, and participate in extra-curricular activities. This position offers a competitive salary, reduced school fees for staff children, and access to a fitness club. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application addressing their suitability for the role by 1 February 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Reduced school fees for children of staff

Membership of the Galleon Club

Qualifications

• Classroom teacher registered or eligible for registration with GTCS.
• Prepared to contribute to extra-curricular activities.
• Strong teaching and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration.
• Facilitate outstanding teaching and learning.
• Prepare resources suitable for learners' needs.
• Assess and report on work of pupils.

Skills

Dynamic and creative teaching

Excellent administration

Organization and course planning

Education

Registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Overview

George Watsonʼs College is seeking to appoint a Teacher of Additional Support for Learning (ASL) in our Senior School working with S1 – S6. The post is part time (0.8 FTE) and temporary to cover maternity leave. It will start as of March 2026 and will likely end around April 2027.

Application process

To apply, please include a letter of application of not more than 800 words giving us more information about you and why you would like the role, addressed to Clare Adams, Head of Additional Support for Learning Senior School.

Any specific questions relating to the advertised post can be put directly to Clare Adams by emailing [e-mail]

Candidates called for an interview will be asked to deliver a short lesson to a small group of pupils as part of the selection process. Details of this will be sent beforehand.

If you require more information about the School, please visit our school website.

Closing date: Sunday 1 February 2026

Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Tuesday 17 February 2026

Main Responsibilities

The person appointed will:

• maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration. They will be required to undertake relevant CPD, be observed and write up all activities in the GTCS Profile.
• work effectively as a member of the department to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning and ensure pupils are properly prepared for assessment and examinations.
• set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding to maximise achievement.
• prepare and provide activities that are suitable for learners’ needs.
• develop new resources and course materials, in collaboration with the other staff in the Department.
• assess, record and report on work of pupils as required by the School, ensuring that assessments are punctual, meaningful and informative.
• attend parent evenings and communicate with parents whenever necessary and contribute effectively and positively to the corporate life and welfare of the School.
• act as a Form Tutor as required, carrying out the administrative, pastoral and advisory responsibilities of these roles.

For full details of the main responsibilities, please refer to the job description.

Ideal Candidate

• be a classroom teacher who is registered (or eligible for registration) with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• be a dynamic and creative teacher.
• have excellent teaching, administration, organisation and course planning skills.
• be prepared to contribute to the extra-curricular activities of the Senior School.

Package Description

Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Part time, Maternity Cover

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits: Competitive salary, reduced school fees at George Watson’s College for children of staff, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school’s fitness club)