Teacher of Computing - Bathgate Academy - 492.27

West Lothian Council; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a highly motivated Teacher of Computing to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' futures in a supportive and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the educational experience and helping students overcome learning barriers. With a commitment to professional development and a diverse workforce, this position is perfect for those eager to contribute positively to the community and the school’s vision. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification required.
• Registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Support the school's vision and implement educational strategies.
• Contribute to securing positive futures for students.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Teaching Qualification

Registration with General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Location: Bathgate Academy, Edinburgh Road, Bathgate, EH48 1LF

Salary: £40,305 - £50,589 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Advert

Teacher of Computing, Bathgate Academy

35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date: 22nd May 2025

This post has an expected start date of 11th August 2025 (subject to completion of all recruitment checks)

Bathgate Academy is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic Teacher of Computing.

The successful candidate will support the school's vision and implement strategies to achieve this vision. This is a key post during an exciting and challenging time for education in the school.

Bathgate Academy is a comprehensive, non-denominational school serving a cluster of five primary schools.

The school roll is currently 1180 students, a number that is steadily rising due to local housing developments and increasing community confidence in the school's standards.

Our dedicated staff, students, parents, carers, and the community have worked hard to continually improve all aspects of our school.

We value inclusion highly and have a diverse student body, with some students facing significant learning barriers. Our staff work diligently to help all students realize their ambitions.

This position is an excellent opportunity for a motivated, skilled, open-minded, and friendly individual to join us and contribute to securing positive futures for our students.

The successful candidate should have the relevant teaching qualification and be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups underrepresented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities, or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council is dedicated to significant improvements in the delivery of Education Services, including providing support and a conducive environment for professional development. Our commitment is demonstrated by achieving the Investors in People Standard and striving for continuous service improvement.

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

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