TEACHER OF ENGLISH (DUMBARTON ACADEMY) (PERMANENT) (2 POSTS)

West Dunbartonshire Council; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council seeks a dedicated teaching professional to improve educational standards at Dumbarton Academy. The role requires a commitment to inclusive education and achievement for all students. Applicants must hold the necessary Catholic teaching certificate and provide evidence of Church approval, ensuring candidates meet specific regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have specific Catholic Church approvals.
• Experience and suitability for the teaching role are required.

Responsibilities

• Support school improvement and provide high-quality learning.
• Complete Head Teacher's report template as part of the application.

Skills

High-quality teaching

Commitment to inclusion

Education

Catholic Teaching Certificate

Job description

Salary: £40,305 - £50,589 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed candidates to sustain school improvement and provide high-quality learning and teaching, aligned with key Council priorities of inclusion and raising aspirations, achievements, and attainment for all students.

Requirements

The Head Teacher's report template attached to this advert must be completed by your Head Teacher and uploaded with your application before the closing date. Please upload your Head Teacher Report in the 'COVER LETTER' section of the application; a separate cover letter is not required.

For Vacancies at Denominational Schools:

Evidence of Catholic Church Approval - Applicants must seek Catholic Church approval when submitting their application, and a copy of the approval should be provided to the Chair of the Panel prior to the interview. If approval is pending, confirmation from the Church Representative that the application has been submitted will be sought.

Denominational Primary Posts:
Applicants must have the Catholic Teaching Certificate or Catholic Religious Education Certificate. Forms and further information are available at the Scottish Catholic Education Service (SCES) website: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/

Denominational Secondary Posts:
Applicants need RC approval for the specific school. Details and forms are available at the SCES website: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/

Responsibilities

This role is considered a Regulated Role with Children under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, requiring membership with the PVG scheme. Preferred applicants will need to join the scheme or undergo an update check before a formal offer is made.

The employment is excepted from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975, meaning applicants must disclose all convictions, including spent ones. Failure to do so may result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

For more information about the school, visit: Dumbarton Academy | West Dunbartonshire Council

We look forward to hearing from you. Please share your experience and why you are suitable for this role in your application.

For more about West Dunbartonshire Council as an employer, visit: https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/teaching/

Additional benefits of working with West Dunbartonshire Council can be found at: https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/