Job Description

Staff Benefits at Kibble

Learning continues with opportunities for further training, job variety and funded study Healthcare significantly contributes to expenses such as dental treatments, new glasses and contact lenses Money off shopping and events from Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners Discounts are available for childcare through Puddle Lane children's nursery Immediate access to confidential counselling helps you prioritise self-care Wellbeing perks continue with Cycle to Work and generous holidays

Who Are We?

Kibble is a specialist child and youth care charity and a leading social enterprise. For over 160 years we've been supporting children and young people (aged 5 26), many of whom have experienced significant trauma or adversity. Through our integrated services and dedicated support, providing a safe and stable environment, Kibble helps young people who have complex social, emotional, behavioural and educational needs move forward to lead healthy and fulfilled lives.


Kibble are looking to appoint a registered or eligible for registration with the GTC (Scotland) part-time, experienced Music Teacher who is keen to gain experience of working with children and young people with additional support needs.

Our Expressive Arts Department

Expressive Arts at Kibble is based across three centres; Goudie Academy's Gannochy Centre for Expressive Arts, Mirin Academy and Forest View Primary School.


Expressive Arts at Kibble is multifaceted and inclusive, where there is opportunity to work in collaboration with local community groups as well as national organisations to strengthen opportunities, experiences and development for our learners.


Education Scotland's inspection report praised Kibble as 'Very Good' across all quality indicators, noting positive learning experiences and high motivation among pupils.

What is the job Function?

As a teacher at Kibble you will be part of a friendly, supportive and creative team. Small class sizes (6 pupils) allow our learners to meet their maximum potential. Individualised education plans ensure you can deliver the appropriate qualifications to learners based on their needs. You will be well versed in differentiation and personalisation of education and deliver inspiring and engaging lessons to enthuse often reluctant learners.


The successful candidate will enjoy working with S1-S6 learners who access Kibble's Education services, working across Curriculum for Excellence and delivering National Qualifications as well as Wider Achievement Qualifications.


We welcome applications from Practitioners with experience in Media / Film and Screen.

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate should


be registered or eligible for registration with the GTC (Scotland) have a recognised teaching qualification specific to Secondary Education. demonstrate a clear commitment to continuing professional development. For example, by studying towards a qualification in or relating to Additional Support Needs. have excellent communication skills. motivate, encourage and support others. make effective use of time, personnel and resources. show aptitude for decision making and acting on initiative.

Safe Crisis Training (SCM)

Successful candidates will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. Please see note section below (4) for further information.

Notes

This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time, however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post. Notwithstanding any information or statement described within this job outline, all duties must be carried out in a way that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and respect for all individuals and which is consistent with Kibble's stated policy on equal opportunities. The successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis. The successful candidate will be required to undertake Safe Crisis Management (SCM) training and will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. The successful candidate must be able to participate fully in this training and be prepared to put this training into practice. The SCM training will consist of two days theory and two days physical training. The successful candidate must complete this training in full within four weeks of an agreed start date. Should the candidate for any reason fail any aspect of the SCM training (theory, physical or both parts), an additional two weeks will be given to pass. Appointments will be subject to a twelve-month probationary period.

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