Job Description
West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed candidates to support school improvement and provide high-quality learning and teaching, aligned with key Council priorities of inclusion and raising aspirations, achievements, and attainment for all students.
Requirements
The Head Teacher report template attached to this advert must be completed by your Head Teacher and uploaded with your application before the closing date. Please upload your Head Teacher Report in the 'COVER LETTER' section of the application; a separate cover letter is not required.
For Vacancies at Denominational Schools
Evidence of Catholic Church Approval - Applicants must seek Catholic Church Approval when submitting their application. A copy of the approval should be provided to the Chair of the Panel before the interview. If pending, confirmation from the Church Representative that the approval application has been submitted will suffice.
Denominational Primary Posts
Applicants for permanent posts in denominational primary schools must hold the Catholic Teaching Certificate or Catholic Religious Education Certificate. Further information and forms are available on the Scottish Catholic Education Service (SCES) website: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/
Denominational Secondary Posts
Applicants for denominational secondary schools need RC Approval for the specific school. Details and forms are available on the SCES website: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/
Responsibilities
This role is considered a Regulated Role with Children under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Preferred candidates will need to join or update their PVG scheme membership before a formal offer is made by West Dunbartonshire Council.
The employment is exempt from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must disclose all convictions, including spent ones, as failure to do so may result in dismissal or disciplinary action. For more information, please visit the relevant links.
For further details about the school, please visit: Dumbarton Academy | West Dunbartonshire Council
The Individual
We invite you to apply by sharing your experience and explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. For more about West Dunbartonshire Council and the benefits of working here, please visit:
* https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/teaching/
* https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/west-dunbartonshire-council/teaching-here
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