Teacher of English - Inveralmond Community High School - 493.24 - WEL09234

West Lothian Council; Livingston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Inveralmond Community High School seeks a passionate Teacher of English for a fixed-term role. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in enhancing student learning and supporting the school's vision—contributing to a dynamic educational environment with a strong focus on improvement and excellence.

Benefits

Outstanding facilities including swimming pool and drama studios

Supportive environment focusing on professional development

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant teaching qualification.
• Registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• Experience in education and raising standards is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Support the school's vision and implement strategies.
• Contribute to the improvement agenda.
• Encourage student participation in wider school life.

Skills

Commitment to improvement

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Job Advert

Teacher of English, Inveralmond Community High School, 35 hours per week, Fixed Term until 13th April 2026, Closing Date: 19th June 2025

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 23rd June 2025.

This post has an expected start date of 11th August 2025 (subject to completion of all recruitment checks).

Inveralmond Community High School is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and dynamic individual who is committed to improvement and excellence.

The successful candidate will support the school's vision and implement strategies to achieve this vision. This is a key position at an exciting time for education and the school.

Inveralmond Community High School is a comprehensive, non-denominational school located in the Ladywell area of Livingston, serving a cluster of six primary schools.

The school roll is approximately 1000 students. The school provides a supportive environment with a strong focus on raising standards.

The school offers a broad curriculum from first year through sixth year. The successful candidate will have the necessary experience to support the principles of Curriculum for Excellence and contribute to the school's improvement agenda.

Our school vision is: "We are working together to become inspired and fulfilled individuals who achieve, connect, and thrive, both now and in the future." Our core values are honesty, kindness, and respect.

Student learning is a priority, and pupils are encouraged to participate in the wider life of the school.

As a community school, we have outstanding facilities, including a swimming pool, two floodlit all-weather pitches, dance and drama studios, ICT suites, and a multimedia library. These facilities are available to pupils during the day and after school.

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 transforming the delivery of education services, providing support and an environment conducive to professional development. The council is committed to achieving the Investors in People Standard and continuously improving service delivery.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland are essential.

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 be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before starting employment, at a cost of £59 for full membership or £18 for existing members.