Teacher of Home Economics - Bridge Of Don Academy

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking dedicated educators to join their team at Bridge Of Don Academy. This permanent, full-time role offers the opportunity to deliver quality education and engage with pupils, staff, and external bodies. With a commitment to flexible working arrangements, the organization supports a balanced work-life culture. As a Disability Confident Employer and Forces-friendly organization, they promote inclusivity and support for diverse applicants. If you are passionate about teaching and making a difference in students' lives, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Full GTC (Scotland) registration in the relevant subject/sector.
• PVG scheme membership – Working with Children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality education to assigned pupils.
• Contribute to the professional life of the school.

Skills

Teaching Qualification

GTC Registration

PVG Membership

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Location: Bridge Of Don Academy, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that from 1 April 2023, roles requiring PVG membership will require candidates to cover the cost. This applies only to roles with a full-time equivalent salary of £30,000 or above (e.g., teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above, currently £30,285 per annum / £16.64 per hour).

The Council will initially pay for the PVG membership (£18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members), and this cost will be deducted from the employee’s first full month’s salary.

Job purpose/about the role

To deliver quality education to assigned pupils and contribute to the professional, corporate life of the school in relation to pupils, staff, and external bodies within the SNCT agreements.

Minimum requirements for the post holder:

• Appropriate teaching qualification
• Full GTC (Scotland) registration in the relevant subject/sector, or eligibility for registration
• PVG scheme membership – Working with Children

Demonstrable skills:

Standard for full registration

About Us

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

We support flexible working arrangements, allowing many employees to choose a working pattern that suits both them and the organisation.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process, please contact [e-mail].

Forces-friendly Employer

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. For queries related to military service and employment support, contact [e-mail].

Guaranteed Interview Schemes

We offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the minimum criteria and are:

• Disabled (as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
• Looked after young people, in continuing care, or care leavers up to age 29
• Aged 16-24, living in Aberdeen City, or educated in Aberdeen City schools, applying for apprenticeships (excluding Trades apprenticeships)
• Completed a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and applying for relevant apprenticeships
• New Scots (refugees and asylum seekers in Scottish communities) aged 16-24 applying for apprenticeships

*"New Scots" refers to refugees and asylum seekers in Scottish communities, including those granted refugee status or humanitarian protection, asylum seekers, and those whose asylum applications have been refused but remain in Scotland.