Teacher of English - Whitburn Academy - 491.77 - WEL09091

West Lothian Council; Whitburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teacher of English for Whitburn Academy. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to inspire and educate students in a progressive and supportive environment. You will play a crucial role in fostering creativity and ambition among young learners, ensuring they thrive academically and personally. Join a team committed to delivering the highest standards of education and making a positive impact in the community. If you are passionate about teaching and want to contribute to the development of future generations, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland are essential.
• Experience in delivering National Qualifications in a secondary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with stakeholders to ensure a high-quality student experience.
• Maximize achievement and attainment for all students.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Design

Classroom Management

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Job description

Job Advert

Teacher of English, Whitburn Academy, 35 hours per week, Permanent, Closing Date: 12th May 2025

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

Whitburn Academy is a six-year comprehensive school offering 855 students in the Whitburn area a progressive, relevant, challenging, and enjoyable curriculum with opportunities for personalisation and choice. We strive to ensure that students have the highest quality learning experiences.

We offer the full range of National Qualifications found in a modern Scottish secondary school. Our aim is to provide experiences that foster a creative and enterprising attitude in our students, developing young people with pride and ambition to contribute positively to the local, national, and international community.

Whitburn Academy provides opportunities for all students to succeed. Our excellent facilities, combined with the dedication of our staff, enable us to deliver the highest standards of education in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment—where all members of the school community are valued and their achievements recognized.

We recognize that the curriculum encompasses not only what students learn but also how they learn. We emphasize the student experience and seek flexibility to ensure success in examinations and through personal achievement pathways.

The school has 65 teaching staff, with departments organized under the guidance of a Principal Teacher Curriculum responsible for each curricular area.

You will work in partnership with all stakeholders within Whitburn Academy to ensure a high-quality student experience that reflects curricular design principles and student entitlements, with the ultimate goal of maximizing achievement and attainment for all. Our vision, 'Empowering our young people to learn and achieve, allowing them to thrive now and in the future,' guides our daily work. The school values—compassion, integrity, respect—underpin all aspects of school life.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities, or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council is dedicated to transformative changes in delivering Education Services, including providing support and an environment conducive to professional development. Our commitment is demonstrated by achieving the Investors in People Standard and continually striving for service excellence.

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 need to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check before employment begins, with costs covered by the candidate. The fee for full PVG Scheme membership is £59; existing members pay £18.