TEACHER OF ENGLISH (DUMBARTON ACADEMY) (PERMANENT) (2 POSTS) RE-ADVERTISEMENT - WDN06036

West Dunbartonshire Council; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Dumbarton seeks committed candidates for educational roles focusing on improving student outcomes and compliance with Catholic requirements. Ideal applicants must hold relevant teaching certificates, ensure PVG membership, and follow all application procedures. Interested candidates should demonstrate their qualifications and enthusiasm for supporting educational initiatives.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have Catholic Church Approval when submitting their application.
• Must complete the Head Teacher report template.
• Membership with the PVG scheme is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support school improvement and provide high-quality learning and teaching.
• Ensure compliance with Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 for regulated roles.
• Disclose all convictions, including spent ones.

Education

Catholic Teaching Certificate

Catholic Religious Education Certificate

Job description

Job Description

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking enthusiastic and committed candidates to support 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 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. A copy of the approval should be provided to the Chair of the Panel before the interview. If pending, confirmation from the Church Representative that the approval application has been submitted will suffice.

Denominational Primary Posts
Applicants for permanent posts in denominational primary schools must hold the Catholic Teaching Certificate or Catholic Religious Education Certificate. Further information and forms are available on the Scottish Catholic Education Service (SCES) website: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/

Denominational Secondary Posts
Applicants for denominational secondary schools need RC Approval for the specific school. Details and forms are available on 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. Membership with the PVG scheme is essential. Preferred candidates will need to join or update their PVG scheme membership before a formal offer is made by West Dunbartonshire Council.

The employment is exempt from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must disclose all convictions, including spent ones, as failure to do so may result in dismissal or disciplinary action. For more information, please visit the relevant links.

For further details about the school, please visit: Dumbarton Academy | West Dunbartonshire Council

The Individual

We invite you to apply by sharing your experience and explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. For more about West Dunbartonshire Council and the benefits of working here, please visit:

• https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/teaching/
• https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/west-dunbartonshire-council/teaching-here