Teacher of Additional Support for Learning

Teacheroo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputed educational institution in Edinburgh is looking for a part-time Teacher of Additional Support for Learning (ASL) to cover maternity leave. The role requires a registered teacher who can facilitate high-quality teaching for S1 to S6 pupils, develop resources, and contribute to extra-curricular activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong teaching and organizational skills and engage effectively with students and parents. This temporary position starts in March 2026 and offers a competitive salary along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Reduced school fees for children of staff

Membership of the Galleon Club

Qualifications

• Registered (or eligible for registration) teacher with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• Ability to assess, record, and report on pupil work as required.
• Dynamic and creative approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration.
• Facilitate outstanding teaching and learning in the department.
• Set high expectations for all pupils.
• Develop new resources and course materials.
• Assess and report pupil work punctually.
• Communicate with parents effectively.
• Act as a Form Tutor as required.

Skills

Teaching skills

Administration skills

Organisation skills

Course planning skills

Creativity

Education

Registered with GTCS

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 the contact provided by the School.

Candidates called for an interview will be asked to deliver a 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

The person appointed will:

• 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)