Come Join Us

We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic staff who would like the opportunity to make a real difference in the education and lives of their pupils. Ardfern School has created a deliberately alternative setting to deliver quality education to young people whom have struggled in mainstream schools.

With small class numbers, and access to resources, successful candidates will be encouraged and supported to lead their own subject area, as well as engage in cross curricular opportunities throughout the school year. Being situated conveniently in the centre of the community, the opportunities for public and outdoor learning are endless.

We look forward to meeting energetic and passionate teachers and pupil support assistants with a desire to engage a diverse group of pupils whom find it difficult in a conventional setting. There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the young people at the heart of the organisation.

The position will also offer excellent opportunities to work with parents, carers, and professionals involved in the lives of the young people attending Ardfern School.

In the case of successful candidates for teaching positions, they must be GTCS registered (or eligible for registration) ,and all successful candidates must be willing to take part in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, which will be provided by the organisation. 

All posts are regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

All post has a minimum requirement of two reference, which must include your current or most recent employer.

We are currently recruiting for the following role:

Primary or ASN specialist teacher

This post is available for an immediate start.

Ardfern School offers a deliberately alternative learning environment designed to provide high‑quality education for pupils who have found mainstream settings challenging. With small class sizes and strong access to resources, successful candidates will be supported to lead their own subject areas and contribute to cross‑curricular learning throughout the year. Our central location within the community also provides rich opportunities for public and outdoor learning.

We look forward to meeting energetic, committed teachers who are eager to engage a diverse group of learners who may struggle in conventional settings. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to high‑quality service delivery and continuous improvement, always keeping the needs of our young people at the heart of their practice.

This role also offers excellent opportunities to work collaboratively with parents, carers, and a range of professionals involved in supporting our pupils.

Applicants for teaching positions must be GTCS registered. All successful candidates must also be willing to undertake Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, which will be provided by the organisation.

All posts involve 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 complete a PVG Scheme update check.

All posts require a minimum of two references, including one from your current or most recent employer.

Salary will be in line with EIS Main Grade Scale.

To apply, please send your CV to our Managing Director:  

andrewtelford@ardernschool.org.uk

Further information can be found on our website or by contacting 07800 858199.

Please send a CV and a covering email to andrewtelford@ardfernschool.org.uk