posted by Fiona Robertson, Principal Officer, Extended Support for Pupils (3-18)

Development Officer: Rights, Support and Wellbeing
Secondment:   Duration: 23 Months:   Location: Any of the Education Scotland offices subject to availability

Education Scotland wishes to appoint a Development Officer to take forward key national developments relating to rights, support and wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals with a proven track record of successful professional experience in leading and delivering on these key areas.

The post holders will: work in partnership with colleagues from across the education system, Scottish Government and other national organisations to develop, promote and support effective and innovative approaches to promoting positive relationships and behaviour , recognising and respecting children’s rights, and to securing positive wellbeing for all children and young people; provide advice to the Scottish Government and education authorities on strategies to support the implementation of Getting it right for every child; promote links across local authorities and other national bodies and organisations; and further contribute to key national developments such as Curriculum for Excellence.

Candidates should possess a degree, or equivalent, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Candidates will be expected to be on a current salary of no more than £48,120.

Closing date for application: Midnight on Wednesday 23^rd September 2015.

For further information please contact Maggie Fallon, Senior Education Officer for Rights, Support and Wellbeing. Maggie.fallon@educationscotland.gsi.gov.uk

Applications should be returned electronically to edshr@educationscotland.gsi.gov.uk

Committed to Equal Opportunities

Role Description:  Rights Support and Wellbeing DO – Spec April 2015