Class Teacher, Pumpherston & Uphall Station Community Primary School, 499.47 - WEL09914

West Lothian Council; Pumpherston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Scotland is seeking a qualified teacher to join Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School on a fixed-term contract until August 2026. The role involves complementing the existing team, delivering educational content, and supporting a diverse range of learners. This position requires registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. The school emphasizes community involvement and aims to provide a supportive environment for both staff and pupils.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• Ability to support diverse learners in a classroom setting.
• Experience working with vulnerable children is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Complement the existing teaching team at Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School.
• Develop and deliver engaging learning experiences for students.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance educational outcomes.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Ability to work with children

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Job Advert

15.16 hours per week, 47 weeks per year, Fixed term until 26 June 2026

Working Days: Monday & Tuesdays

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School are recruiting a teacher to complement the existing team, on a fixed term contract until August 2026.

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School is a non-denominational school serving the communities of Pumpherston and Uphall Station. It is part of the Broxburn Academy School cluster. The school roll is 230 with pupils being organised into eight classes (P1-7) and a 32/32 nursery.

The senior leadership team comprises the Head Teacher, a Principal Teacher and an acting Principal Teacher. In addition to eight class teachers, there are four pupil support workers, a support for learning teacher, non-class contact teachers and a Nurture teacher. The school office is staffed by an Administrative Assistant and a Clerical Assistant.

Pumpherston and Uphall Station Community Primary School is well supported by the Parent Partners and the wider parent forum. The Parent Partners work in close partnership with the school and provides support in identifying areas for improvement. There are supportive partnerships with local community groups.

You will find more information about our school, on our school website Pumpherston and Uphall Station CPS - Pumpherston and Uphall Station CPS

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18. The £59 cost (where appropriate) will be deducted from your salary over a 1 or 3-month period by repayment schedule. If your employment concludes before the amount is re-paid in full, the outstanding balance will be deducted from your final salary.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.