Teacher of Home Economics (Clydebank High School) (Fixed-Term) - WDN05986

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

Job summary

West Dunbartonshire Council is seeking committed candidates for a fixed-term role focused on school improvement and quality education. Applicants must possess relevant Catholic teaching certifications and comply with child protection regulations. This position is integral in raising students' aspirations, achievements, and overall attainment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must provide evidence of Catholic Church Approval.
• Applicants must have relevant teaching certificates for denominational roles.
• Membership in the PVG scheme is essential.

Responsibilities

• Sustain school improvement and provide high-quality learning.
• Comply with Protection of Vulnerable Groups Act requirements.
• Disclose all convictions as per employment regulations.

Skills

Commitment to school improvement

Ability to provide high-quality learning

Experience with vulnerable groups

Education

Catholic Teaching Certificate or Catholic Religious Education Certificate

Job description

Job Description

This is a Fixed Term post until 27/3/26.

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 for inclusion and raising students' aspirations, achievements, and attainment.

Requirements

You must complete the Head Teacher report template attached to this advert and upload it with your application before the closing date. Please upload your Head Teacher Report in the 'COVER LETTER' section of the application; a 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 provide a copy to the Chair of the Panel prior to the interview. If pending, confirmation of submission will be sought from the Church Representative.

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

Denominational Secondary Posts: Applicants need RC approval for the specific school. Access forms and information from SCES as above.

Responsibilities

This role is considered a Regulated Role with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020. Membership with the PVG scheme is essential; further details can be found here. Successful applicants will be required to join or update their PVG scheme membership prior to employment.

The employment is exempt from section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975. Applicants must disclose all convictions; failure to do so may result in dismissal or disciplinary action.

For more about the school, visit Clydebank High School | West Dunbartonshire Council.

The Individual

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the role requirements. Please detail your experience and suitability for the role in your application.

For more about working with West Dunbartonshire Council, visit here, and for benefits of working here, see this link.