Ready for a fresh start?
Everybody looks forward to the start of a new term. A fresh school year, a clean slate and the perfect moment to spark something exciting in your career! If you’ve been waiting for a sign to step into a new, deeply rewarding opportunity, this is it.
We’re hiring a Term-Time Learning and Wellbeing Practitioner to join our expanding team here at the Sensational Learning Centre in Linlithgow!
We’re looking for someone who:
👉 has experience supporting individuals with additional support needs
👉 has a good understanding of safeguarding
👉 is a confident communicator with strong reading and writing skills (National 4 or equivalent in English and Maths)
👉 can respond flexibly while providing consistent, structured support
Ready to make this school year your best career move yet? Find out more and apply here: https://www.donaldsons.org.uk/current-vacancies/
⏰ Closing Date: Sunday 26th July 2026
🗓️ Confirmed interview date: Thursday 30th July 2026
Day trips not only offer fun experiences for the young people we support, they are also opportunities to build confidence, strengthen friendships and develop life skills.
The pupils at our Sensational Learning Centre recently enjoyed an unforgettable trip to @blairdrummondsafaripark, generously gifted by the Rotary Club.
The young people took an active role in planning their day, deciding which animals and areas they most wanted to visit and organising their time to make sure they could see everything that interested them. Using maps, reading timetables, and working out travel times between attractions helps to develop important skills in planning, decision-making, problem-solving and independence.
The trip also provided a wonderful opportunity for the young people to spend quality time together, sharing new experiences and creating lasting memories. Oh, and everyone agreed that the ice cream was awesome too!
A huge thank you to the Rotary Club for their generosity. We are incredibly grateful to them for making this fantastic experience possible.
To find out more about the Sensational Learning Centre, visit the link in our bio.
At Donaldsons, we are dedicated to helping neurodivergent people thrive. An essential aspect of how we support young neurodivergent people is creating opportunities to try new things and enjoy being out in the community. We do this by supporting young people to develop important life skills like using public transport, making purchases in shops and ordering in cafés. This also helps to reduce anxiety and build confidence.
Some of the pupils from our Sensational Learning Centre recently took a trip to Linlithgow Burgh Halls to visit the café. While they were there, they noticed there was an exhibition on in the gallery – Homecoming by @leodufeu – and decided to visit.
They spent time looking at the artworks, and had lively discussions about which were their favourites and why.
This shows the importance of building confidence in the community: as the young people felt comfortable going to the café, they were more open to trying something new by visiting the exhibition. As a result, they had a mini-adventure on their doorstep and enjoyed an experience they might not have had otherwise.
To find out more about our Sensational Learning Centre, visit the link in our bio.
Take on the Great Scottish Run for The Donaldson Trust in October! @great_run
Whether you`re aiming for the 10K or half-marathon, every mile you run will help create opportunities for neurodivergent children, young people and adults to thrive. Sign up, join the #DonaldsonClan, and make every step count.
Find out more and register today at the link in our bio.
Outdoor sporting activities have many benefits for young neurodivergent people. As well as the mood-boosting effects of exercise and spending time outside in the fresh air, they present opportunities to build confidence, face challenges and overcome obstacles.
Young people supported at our Vibe service recently had a trip to Stirlingshire for a mountain biking session with an instructor from Lifecycle Trust.
Before getting started, the young people were taught how to ride safely and carry out basic bike safety checks.
They began on the pump track, which required a good level of balance, coordination and skill. They then progressed onto the green trail routes, allowing the young people to build their skills and confidence in a controlled way. The group also successfully tackled a steep descent and a stream crossing.
The activity encouraged the group to work together to solve problems and evaluate risks along the course. This helped to strengthen relationships as they shared successes, supported one another, and celebrated achievements together.
As they developed new skills and completed increasingly difficult sections of the course, the young people gained a real sense of achievement. The experience encouraged them to:
– believe in their own capabilities
– develop a positive attitude towards trying new things
– see that setbacks and challenges can be overcome with perseverance and support
We would like to thank Endura for such a fantastic day. The young people had a wonderful time taking part in a fun and engaging activity and made some great memories together.
Vibe is a wellbeing service designed for young people aged 12-18 who are not in full-time attendance in mainstream education and require support to re-engage with learning. You can find out more about our support at Vibe and read more about the Vibe Lifecycle Trust Challenge on our blog – link in bio.
For young neurodivergent people, new experiences and day trips help build confidence, encourage independence, and create opportunities to connect with the wider community in a meaningful way.
The young people supported at our Sensational Learning Centre recently enjoyed a fantastic day out on the Union Canal, thanks to a generous gift experience organised by the Seagull Trust.
The trip was filled with fun and laughter as the group travelled from Linlithgow to Falkirk. Experiencing the incredible Falkirk Wheel was a real highlight of the day.
The impact of this trip went far beyond the day itself. For the young people we support, being out and about, meeting new people, and sharing experiences together helps strengthen social skills, self-belief, and a sense of belonging.
A huge thank you to the Seagull Trust for creating such a memorable experience.
To find out more about our Sensational Learning Centre, visit the link in our bio.
Be Part of an Inclusive School Community, Changing Outcomes for Young People
GTCS-Registered Tutors – Science & Home Economics
Linlithgow, West Lothian – 6.5 hours per week (Mon or Tue)
Self-employed
Our Sensational Learning Centre is looking for two GTCS-registered teachers with strong subject knowledge, experience of additional support needs and a commitment to person-centred, inclusive practice to join our values-led school community:
• Science Tutor (Chemistry, Biology or Physics)
• Home Economics Tutor
You’ll deliver tailored 1:1 and small group learning across BGE and the Senior Phase, adapting teaching for neurodivergent pupils and others with complex additional support needs, in line with Curriculum for Excellence and Qualification Scotland requirements. You’ll help create safe, engaging practical learning, track progress and support pupils towards assessments and qualifications.
Applications close: 15 July
Interviews will be scheduled: 27, 28 & 29 July
You can find the full role profiles and application form by clicking on the `Work With Us` link in our bio.
For questions or support with your application, email: people@donaldsons.org.uk
#Neurodiversity #InclusiveEducation
Taking time to reflect is an essential part of learning. For the young neurodivergent people we support, it shows the progress they have made, highlights the skills they have developed, and offers the chance to look back at good memories.
To mark the end of the school year, our Sensational Learning Centre held an end-of-term assembly for pupils and their families. It was a lovely opportunity to celebrate the pupils’ achievements and progress throughout the year, and we would like to thank their families for coming along and helping to make it such a special occasion.
We would also like to say thank you to our colleagues at the Sensational Learning Centre for another wonderful year of providing inclusive learning environments where friendships flourish and creativity thrives.
Angela Evans, Head of Learning Services, said, "This year has been a brilliant celebration of growth, resilience and individuality. It has been wonderful to see our pupils develop in confidence, build meaningful relationships and achieve so much in their own unique ways. I am incredibly proud of everything they have accomplished and grateful to our dedicated SLC team and supportive families who make our community so special."
We hope everyone enjoys their well-earned summer break!
To find out more about our Sensational Learning Centre, visit the link in our bio.
