Teacher of Primary - Happyhansel Primary School - SIC08151

Living & Working in Shetland; Walls; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Shetland is seeking an enthusiastic Teacher of Primary for Happyhansel Primary School. The role offers the chance to work in a well-resourced environment and engage with a supportive community, shaping the future of young learners while enjoying an idyllic location.

Benefits

Distant Islands Allowance

Interview expenses covered

Flexible working options available

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and inspiring Teacher of Primary.
• Skills and confidence to positively impact children's lives.
• Qualities: vision, energy, and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Make a positive impact on the lives of children.
• Teach and engage students in a supportive environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the community.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Initiative

Self-discipline

Education

Registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)

Relevant qualifications in education

Job description

Teacher of Primary - Happyhansel Primary School - SIC08151

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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 Happyhansel Primary School, Walls.

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

Happyhansel Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Walls. It provides nursery to P7 education for children from Walls, West Burrafirth and as far east as West Houlland. The structure of the school is 1 nursery class and 2 composite primary classes. There is currently a total of 36 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher (joint with Sandness). The current staffing complement is 3 teachers assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mrs Elizabeth Garrick.

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.

Please follow the link(s) below for further information -

Happyhansel Primary School

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
• Temporary Full Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
• Temporary contract for a period of approximately 12 months ending on 16 August 2026.
• 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 - 1.0
• Class Information - P1-4
• 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 Happyhansel Primary School, Walls, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Elizabeth Garrick, Head Teacher - 01595 807450 - [e-mail]

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, 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.

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• Shetland Islands Council: here

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