Teacher of Craft

Matchstick Dev; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Teacher of Craft, Design & Technology to join their team at The James Young High School. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to inspire students and support their educational journey in a welcoming community. With a commitment to professional development and a diverse workforce, the school seeks individuals who are eager to contribute to a positive learning environment. If you have a relevant teaching qualification and a drive to make a difference, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in their learning journey.
• Create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Job Advert

Teacher of Craft, Design & Technology,

The James Young High School, 35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date: 9th May 2025

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

The James Young High School is a six-year comprehensive school in Livingston South, serving the communities of Bankton, Bellsquarry, Dedridge, and Williamston primary schools. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team to support our pupils in their learning journey. Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups currently 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 our Education Services, including providing support and an environment conducive to professional development. Our commitment is demonstrated by achieving the Investors in People Standard, and we continually strive for excellence in service delivery and improvements.

Essential requirements include a relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

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 PVG 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, or £18 for Existing Members.