QUALIFICATIONS, REGISTRATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Educated to degree level, ordinary degree or equivalent (SCQF level 9), you will have an In-depth knowledge of current policy and practice, demonstrating a strong understanding of the current evidence-base and the ability to use this to influence others.
• You are required to have high levels of interpersonal skills and abilities which will enable you to lead and manage, both at strategic and operational levels, to ensure continuous improvement.
• Strong IT skills from an organisational perspective and as part of high-quality Learning and Teaching.
• Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.
• GTCS Registered.

PURPOSE AND VALUES OF EDUCATION & CHILDREN’S SERVICES DIRECTORATE

The Education Directorate is committed to Improving Life Chances for All through a wide range of direct services which support our children, young people, families and the wider Fife community. Our approach to improvement is rooted in our core values: Compassion, Ambition, Respect and Equity which reflect the ethos, culture and practice principles of all staff across the directorate.
We strive to ensure that our attitudes and behaviour reflect these core values in all our dealings with children, young people, their families, and the wider community in partnership with those who support them.

With consideration to the specific remit of the ESO role for which you are applying, please consider the following when completing your Supporting Statement:

• Ways you have modelled and promoted the GTCS Professional Values (social justice, trust, respect and integrity) and Professional Commitment in your current and previous roles