Teacher of Pupils with Additional Support Needs, KGS - ORK10937

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council is seeking a Teacher of Pupils with Additional Support Needs for KGS in Kirkwall. The post is 23.1 hours per week, permanent, and reports to the Principal Teacher Curriculum Support. The role emphasizes inclusive practice, collaboration with staff, and pastoral care to support all learners.

Registration with GTC Scotland is required, with PVG clearance. The salary is based on the SNCT Tables plus a Distant Islands Allowance, with interviews following shortlisting in late

Qualifications

• Must be registered, or in the process of registering, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• Must meet Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes and associated duties.
• Report to the Principal Teacher Curriculum Support.
• Contribute to inclusive practices and remove barriers to learning.
• Develop and sustain effective relationships across the school community.

Skills

ASN knowledge

Inclusive education

Pastoral support

Collaborative working

Professional development

Education

GTC Scotland registration

Job description

Teacher of Pupils with Additional Support Needs, KGS - ORK10937

Teacher of Pupils with Additional Support Needs

23.1 hours per week

Permanent

You will be reporting to Marie Phillips, Principal Teacher Curriculum Support

Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.

The purpose of this role is to teach assigned classes and associated duties.

KGS is a vibrant school of around 860 pupils with a catchment area which covers Kirkwall, the East Mainland, Orphir and the North and South Isles. Around 60 of our young people are accommodated in Papdale Halls of Residence during term time. The school building is modern, bright and well-resourced. Young people benefit from many opportunities within their wider curriculum including a strong tradition of music and creativity and a range of sports and outdoor activities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled individual to take up the position of Teacher of Pupils with Additional Support Needs. You will have a strong understanding of the range of additional support needs and the ability to work collegiately to remove barriers to learning through carefully prepared curriculum, appropriate to the needs of all learners, and pastoral support. You will be committed to improvement and excellence and have a genuine interest in inclusive practices and supporting young people to achieve their best. This will be reflected in a strong focus on positive outcomes for all young people as well as your own professional learning. You will have the ability to develop and sustain effective relationships across the school community, developing partnerships within and beyond our school.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and successful team who work in a collaborative and innovative way to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse body of young people.

You must be registered, or in the process of registering, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

Salary will be based on the Teacher of the SNCT Salary Tables plus a Distant Islands Allowance.

The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.

This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.

Interview expenses are payable for this post,

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 29 November 2026, with shortlisting taking place week commencing 30 November 2026 and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 14 December 2026.

For a discussion about the role, contact Marie Phillps at [e-mail] or on 01856 872102.

Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.