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Hamilton College is seeking to appoint two enthusiastic and dedicated Support for Learning Assistants - one in our Junior School and one in our Senior School.
These are excellent opportunities to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community, helping learners to thrive both academically and socially while supporting high standards of learning and teaching.
The Roles
Working under the direction of the Learning Support Leads and alongside teaching staff, you will play a key role in supporting learners across the curriculum, promoting independence and ensuring all pupils are able to access learning effectively.
Across both Junior and Senior School settings, you will:
· Support learners’ engagement in classroom activities and learning programmes
· Assist pupils with additional support needs, helping them to progress and achieve their potential
· Promote positive behaviour and act as a strong role model
· Support wellbeing, care and inclusion within the school environment
· Assist with classroom organisation, resources and preparation
· Contribute to assessment processes, including observation and feedback
· Support literacy, numeracy and wider learning development
· Supervise breaks/lunchtimes and assist with trips, events and wider school activities where required
We are looking for individuals who:
· Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
· Are patient, nurturing and adaptable in their approach
· Can work effectively as part of a team
· Understand supporting children and young people in an educational setting
· Are committed to promoting independence, inclusion and high expectations
Previous experience in a school environment is desirable.
Safeguarding
Hamilton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.
The successful applicant must be either an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.
Application Information
To apply, please complete an Application Form. Please specify which role you would like to be considered for, or whether you would like to be considered for both posts.
Application deadline: 10 June 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews week beginning: 15 June 2026
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teacher of Mathematics to join our successful Senior School team on a part-time basis (2 days per week). We seek someone who will inspire, develop, and instil confidence in our learners. We welcome applications from those who are passionate about their subject and who mirror the values of our school in their lessons with young people.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning across the mathematics curriculum, supporting pupils to achieve their full potential. The post will involve teaching across Senior School stages, including preparation for National 4, National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications. This is an excellent opportunity to join a committed and forward-thinking department within a school that values both academic excellence and the development of the whole learner.
Application Procedure
Applicants should complete an application form – CVs will not be accepted.
The successful applicant should be registered with GTCS must be either an existing member of the PVG Scheme or be prepared to join this scheme and prove their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. An offer of employment will be subject to two satisfactory references and a clean report from Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme.
The Headteacher is happy to have an informal telephone conversation with interested candidates, and this can be arranged through emailing [email protected].
Applications open on 20 May 2026 and close on 26 May 2026 at 12 noon. Interviews between 01 – 05 June 2026.
We are currently updating our supply teacher list. Should you wish to be considered as a supply teacher, please send your CV and a covering letter to the Headteacher, Mr Charman. Emails should be sent to [email protected].
There are currently no vacancies available. However, we are always keen to meet energetic and talented professionals who would like to be placed on our Nursery supply register. Please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
All Early Years Practitioners should be, or eligible for, SSSC registration and a member of the PVG scheme.