Teacher of Business Education, Bathgate Academy, 496.129 - WEL09641

West Lothian Council current; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Scotland is looking for a motivated Teacher of Business Education for Bathgate Academy. This role involves supporting the school's vision, implementing educational strategies, and contributing to a diverse learning environment. Applicants must hold a relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. This is a great opportunity to positively influence students' futures.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.
• This post involves Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.

Responsibilities

• Support the school’s vision and implement strategies to achieve it.
• Take forward the principles of Curriculum for Excellence.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication

Inclusivity

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Teacher of Business Education, Bathgate Academy, 35 hours per week, 47 weeks per year, fixed term until 13 April 2026

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 is committed to changing how we deliver Education Services, providing support and an environment to help you develop your abilities. This commitment is evidenced by the Investors in People Standard and a focus on continuous improvement in service delivery.

Bathgate Academy is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic Teacher of Business Education. The successful candidate will support the school’s vision and implement strategies to achieve it. This is a key post at an exciting and challenging time for education and the school.

Bathgate Academy is a comprehensive non-denominational school serving a cluster of five primary schools. The school roll is currently 1,180 and rising due to housing developments and growing community confidence in our education standards. Our staff, students, parents, carers and the community have worked hard to improve all aspects of the school. We value inclusion and support a diverse range of young people, including those facing significant learning barriers, with staff teams helping students realise their ambitions.

This post is a great opportunity for a highly motivated, skilled, open-minded and friendly person to join us and help secure positive futures for our young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the school’s vision and implement strategies to achieve it.
• Take forward the principles of Curriculum for Excellence to support our learners and the improvement agenda of the faculty, school and authority.

Qualifications and requirements

• A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.
• 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 PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment; the cost will be met by the candidate. The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18.

Additional information

The position requires commitment to safeguarding and the council’s policies. The opportunity to contribute to school improvement and community engagement is emphasised in this role.