Teacher of ASL (Mill O'Forest School) - ABS48485


Company:	Aberdeenshire Council
Salary:	£36,159 to £54,453 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stonehaven, AB39 2TD
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people with additional support needs? Do you thrive on creating motivating and engaging learning environments that empower pupils to succeed? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a dedicated Additional Support for Learning Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality learning and teaching, supporting pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential while fostering strong relationships that encourage independence, confidence and participation.

Job Role

Develop and implement engaging learning programmes tailored to pupils with additional support needs, ensuring meaningful learning experiences.

Deliver inclusive and high-quality education, providing strategies that motivate and inspire pupils.

Foster and build meaningful relationships with pupils, helping to develop their confidence, resilience, and engagement in learning.

Promote positive outcomes and wider achievement, encouraging personal growth and success in all learners.

What You’ll Gain

Professional Growth & Development

Access to a wide variety of professional learning experiences through ongoing professional development opportunities.

Fulfilment & Impact

A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with additional support needs.

The chance to positively influence pupils' development, fostering their independence confidence, resilience, and success.

Supportive Work Environment

A collaborative and inclusive team culture, where creativity and innovation are valued.

A workplace that prioritises relationship-building, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for both staff and pupils.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching journey and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 22/12/2027

This is a network post. The vacancy is for the Stonehaven Network, the hours are currently allocated to Mill O'Forest School, but you may be required to work within the Stonehaven CSN.

Expected interview date 27/10/2026.

Informal enquiries to: Christina Hardie 01569 690520

Requirements

This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered. If you qualified as a Teacher out with Scotland, please visit

GTCS – Qualified Outside Scotland and review the

GTCS FAQs for more information around obtaining registration with the General Teaching Council Scotland. 

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.

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