Modern Studies Teacher: Inspire Critical Thinkers

West Dunbartonshire Council; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking enthusiastic candidates to sustain school improvement and deliver high-quality learning and teaching in line with Council priorities. The role involves working within denominational schools and ensuring compliance with Catholic Church approvals.

Applicants must be prepared to engage with the PVG scheme and associated safeguarding requirements, with information available through SCES church-approval processes.

Qualifications

• Catholic Church Approval evidence required for denominational vacancies
• Denominational primary posts require Catholic Teaching Certificate or Catholic Religious Education Certificate
• RC approval or PVG scheme considerations for denominational secondary posts

Responsibilities

• Regulated Work with Children under the PVG scheme; PVG membership or update checks may be required before a formal offer.
• The position note states an exception from Rehabilitation of Offenders provisions and disclosure of spent convictions could lead to dismissal or disciplinary action.
• Applicants are encouraged to explain their experience and suitability for the role in the application.

Job description

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking enthusiastic candidates to sustain school improvement and deliver high-quality learning and teaching in line with Council priorities. The role involves working within denominational schools and ensuring compliance with Catholic Church approvals.

Applicants must be prepared to engage with the PVG scheme and associated safeguarding requirements, with information available through SCES church-approval processes.