Teacher of Primary - Bell's Brae Primary School - SIC08453

Shetland Islands Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational council in the United Kingdom is looking for an enthusiastic Teacher of Primary to join Bell's Brae Primary School in Lerwick. The ideal candidate should possess GTCS registration and showcase qualities such as vision and energy to positively impact students' lives. This is a temporary full-time position for approximately 7 months with an inclusive salary of £2,859 per annum Distant Islands Allowance. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Interview expenses covered within Shetland

Possibility of flexible working

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Relevant teaching qualifications and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and inspire primary school children.
• Work collaboratively with school staff.
• Be involved in the school community.

Skills

Good communication skills

Vision

Energy

Initiative

Self-discipline

Education

GTCS Registration

Job description

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Are you an enthusiastic, creative and inspiring Teacher of Primary with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people? If so, the Shetland Islands Council is offering an exciting opportunity to work at excellently resourced Bell's Brae Primary School, Lerwick.

Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.

Bell's Brae Primary School is a non-denominational school located in central Lerwick. It consists of a Primary, an Early Learning Childcare Setting and an ASN department. The school catchment area is from Frakkafield encompassing the majority of Lerwick, excluding Sound. There is currently a total of 300 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by Mrs Julia McGinlay, Head Teacher and 3 Depute Head Teachers. The current staffing complement is 21 teachers assisted by support staff, as required, to meet school demands. Further information can be found on the school’s website at https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/sh/bellsbraeprimary/

Candidates should detail in their application whether they currently hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). If not, candidates should detail in their application whether they have sought confirmation that they will be able to be registered with the GTCS.

As well as the relevant qualifications and experience, qualities we are looking for in the successful candidate are: vision, energy, initiative, good communication skills and self-discipline.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is TCHR
  
• Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,859 per annum (pro rata)
• Temporary Full Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
• Temporary contract for a period of approximately 7 months.
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
• You must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) prior to starting in post
• We would welcome applications from flexible route probationers
• A relocation package does not apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
• We are happy to talk flexible working
• FTE of Post - 1
• Class Information - P2/3
• Sector/Subject Specialism - Primary
• Qualification Requirement - GTCS Registration

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Bell's Brae Primary School, Lerwick.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Frances Tait, Depute Head Teacher, Telephone on 01595 743720 or email [e-mail]

Please call 01595 744032.

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.

Find out more about:

• Teaching in Shetland: here
• Living and working in Shetland: here
• Shetland Islands Council: here