Special Schools' Professional Learning Programme Officer - 2 posts (Restricted Trawl)
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
The selection process will involve a paper-based sift of applications to determine how well and to what extent the essential criteria are met. Please note that it is not intended to hold interviews for this temporary secondment opportunity. The panel will only hold interviews if it is determined that this is necessary to confirm the appointment decision.
Qualifications/
- Experience
- Applicants must, by the closing date for receipt of applications, meet the following essential criteria:
- 1. Hold a teaching qualification which meets the requirements for recognition to teach in grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland.
- 2. Are currently employed in a Special School in Northern Ireland.
- 3. Have a minimum of five years’ teaching experience in Special Schools across a range of age groups and/or departments.
- Paper-based sift of applications
Knowledge
4. Demonstrable knowledge of training requirements specific to working with children and young people with severe and complex needs.
Paper-based sift of applications
Experience
1. Demonstrable experience of collaborating in developing teaching resources and/or training packages.
2. Demonstrable evidence of involvement in innovative practice or classroom research.
3. Demonstrable evidence of active engagement in your own professional development and wider special schools’ initiatives.
Our Values
Through the selection process we will also seek evidence that the personal values of candidates align with those of the EA. This will include evidence of commitment to equality and excellence in service delivery. These reflect our aim which is to meet the needs of all our children and young people equally, removing barriers to learning and ensuring equality of access to excellent education services so that every child can develop to his or her full potential.
DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as ‘regulated activity’.
In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves ‘regulated activity’, the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that you WILL be expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.
Further information can be accessed at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.
APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES
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The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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