Job Description
Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit a temporary Teacher of English who is a highly skilled practitioner, committed to delivering the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people. Please note there may also be vacancies in this subject in neighbouring Falkirk Council schools. As part of the recruitment process we will provide and share further details to all applicants who are invited to interview.
The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve. This was co-created by head teachers, teachers, early year’s practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.
It sets out clearly our expectations for our teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by:
• reflecting critically on their practice
• being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge
• adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners
• using current educational thinking to inform their practice
• making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond
• communicating effectively with others
Successful applicants will:
• hold an appropriate secondary qualification
• be fully registered with the General Teaching Council, Scotland (GTCS)
• be able to demonstrate that they possess the commitment, knowledge and skills outlined in the Standard for Full Registration
Successful applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to visit the school, attend an interview and deliver an observed lesson.
Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post.
This post is temporary until 09 August 2026.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook.