Principal teacher of design & technology - cults academy - abc13494

Job Purpose

To contribute to the management of the school/service and the delivery of quality education through the appropriate involvement of pupils, staff, parents, multi‑disciplinary agencies and the community it serves, in accordance with the Authority’s Strategic Plan, the school’s/service’s Development Plan, National Priorities, Local Improvement Objectives and current legislation.

Location and Duration

Location: Cults Academy
Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that Require PVG Membership

From 1 April 2023, roles requiring PVG membership will necessitate candidates to cover the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to full‑time positions with a salary of £30,000 and above. The Council initially pays the PVG membership cost (£18 for existing members, £59 for non‑members) which is deducted from the first full month’s salary.

Qualifications

• Appropriate Teaching Qualification
• Full GTC (Scotland) Registration in the appropriate subject/sector
• PVG scheme membership

Professional Development

• Standard for Full Registration
• Standard for Continued Professional Learning
• Standard for Middle Level Leadership

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.

Benefits and Working Hours

Flexible working arrangements are available for most roles, enabling employees to choose a working pattern that suits them and the organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer and support reasonable adjustments. We are also a forces‑friendly employer, recognising the Armed Forces Covenant.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

Applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role may qualify for the G.I.S. if they:

• have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
• look after young people, those in continuing care or are a care leaver up to age 29 (all jobs)
• are aged 16‑24 and live in Aberdeen City or have attended an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
• have completed a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any relevant apprenticeships
• are New Scots aged 16‑24 and are applying for any apprenticeships

Legal Status

Eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.