Teachers Needed! (SEN) - Orkney Islands Location: Orkney Islands, Scotland Contract: Full-time Duration: 19 weeks (end of February - July 2026), with the potential for extension Salary: Paid to Scale GTCS Registration:  Reed Education are working with a school on the Orkney Islands that is seeking to appoint experienced Teachers to support children and young people aged 10-18 (P6 - S6) with a range of complex social, emotional, and additional support needs . Many of the pupils express themselves through dysregulation , and teachers must be confident working within a nurturing, structured environment that prioritises relationships, consistency, and trauma-informed practice. This is an exciting chance to help shape a new provision that will re-engage learners who have been out of school and require a high level of tailored support.

Staff will work alongside existing school staff to: Create a nurturing, inclusive learning environment for small groups or one-to-one teaching Support children who have not been in school for extended periods Enable pupils to re-engage in learning and work toward national curriculum standards Deliver high-quality, personalised teaching for a range of additional support needs Contribute to the development of a brand-new educational provision on the island

At least 2 years’ teaching experience Experience supporting children with ASN / SEN , including social, emotional, or behavioural needs Applications from teachers with strong behaviour support or SEN backgrounds are encouraged. Contract & Working Arrangements Initial contract: Teachers must be based in Orkney during term time Travel to and from the Orkney Islands at the beginning and end of the assignment will be covered Teachers are needed as soon as possible

If you are a passionate Teacher looking for an exciting opportunity, please apply above! Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.