Teacher of Craft, Design & Technology - Winchburgh Academy - 492.14 - WEL09118

West Lothian Council; Broxburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking a Teacher of Craft, Design & Technology for Winchburgh Academy, a new secondary school. This permanent position involves delivering engaging lessons and fostering a positive learning environment. The school emphasizes creativity and digital technologies, aiming to maximize student achievement in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland required.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality education in Craft, Design & Technology.
• Promote well-being and safeguarding in a supportive school environment.

Skills

Teaching

Creativity

Digital Technologies

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Job Advert

Teacher of Craft, Design & Technology, Winchburgh Academy, 35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date: 21st May 2025

Start Date: 11th August 2025 (subject to completion of all recruitment checks)

Winchburgh Academy is a new state-of-the-art secondary school that opened in August 2022, designed to promote twenty-first century learning through creativity and digital technologies. The school features sports facilities of the highest standard, including sports halls, a 25m swimming pool, and artificial grass outdoor pitches.

The school initially opened with a S1 cohort, with expected year-on-year growth to reach a capacity of 660 pupils by 2028. In August 2025, the student roll is anticipated to be around 260 students (S1-S4). A future expansion plan considers increasing capacity up to 1,210 pupils. The school will have approximately 20 teaching staff in August 2025.

Winchburgh Academy is a UNCRC Rights Respecting School, grounded in community values of kindness, respect, and ambition. It plays a vital role in building a supportive community where all members are valued, and achievements are celebrated.

We collaborate with various partners to provide a high-quality, modern educational experience that emphasizes well-being, safeguarding, and student entitlement, aiming to maximize achievement and attainment for all. Our approach is rooted in the joy of learning and values every voice in our collaborative improvement efforts.

Please click the link below to watch a brief informational video about Winchburgh Academy:

https://youtu.be/ooI2AbK3We0

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

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce that reflects Scotland's people. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups under-represented, including individuals with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities, and socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council is dedicated to transforming its Education Services, providing support and an environment conducive to professional growth. Our commitment is demonstrated by achieving the Investors in People Standard, and we continually strive for excellence in service delivery and improvement.

This position is classified as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a Scheme Update check before starting employment, with costs covered by the candidate.

The cost for Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59; existing members pay £18.