Additional Support Needs
In the Professional Standards for Teachers 2021, there is specific recognition of Additional Support Needs. This document gives an overview of the places where Additional Support Needs are specifically mentioned.
Overview of Additional Support Needs in the Professional Standards
Professional Guides
GTC Scotland has published five professional guides focusing on additional support needs in partnership with specialist bodies.
The guides provide practical guidance for teachers and are part of GTC Scotland’s services to enhance teacher professionalism as part of our advisory role as the professional body for Scotland’s teachers.
Meeting the needs of autistic learners
Produced in partnership with the National Autism Implementation Team, National Autistic Society Scotland, Scottish Autism and Children in Scotland.
Meeting the needs of autistic learners
Meeting the needs of dyslexic learners
Produced in partnership with Dyslexia Scotland.
Meeting the needs of dyslexic learners
Meeting the needs of learners with visual impairment
Produced in partnership with the Scottish Sensory Centre.
Meeting the needs of learners with visual impairment
Teaching and supporting deaf learners
Produced in partnership with the Scottish Sensory Centre.
Teaching and supporting deaf learners
Understanding neurodiversity in the context of equality and inclusive practice
Produced in partnership with The Salvesen Mindroom Centre.
Understanding neurodiversity in the context of equality and inclusive practice