At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and educate students while contributing to a vibrant school community.
- Company: Bucksburn Academy, part of Aberdeen City Council, committed to equality and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and support for professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and shape the future of education.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and GTC registration required; passion for teaching is essential.
The predicted salary is between 16.5 - 16.5 £ per hour.
Job Purpose: To deliver quality education to assigned pupils and contribute to the professional, corporate life of the school in relation to pupils, staff and appropriate external bodies within the agreements of the SNCT.
The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:
- Appropriate teaching qualification
- Full GTC (Scotland) registration in the appropriate subject/sector, or be eligible for such registration
- PVG scheme membership – Working with Children
The postholder is able to demonstrate: Standard for Full Registration.
About Us: Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack.
Flexible Working: We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.
Disability Confident: We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you consider yourself to have a disability and think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for this part of the selection process, or would like further information in relation to reasonable adjustments, please contact Recruitment@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Armed Forces: We are a forces-friendly employer, have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a gold award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We have a specific email address for those in the forces, those who have left the forces, as well as their partners/spouses/families: armedforces@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme: We have a number of guaranteed interview schemes available to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for who:
- have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 (all jobs)
- looked after young people, those that are in continuing care or are a care leaver up to the age of 29 (all jobs)
- are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
- have done a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for any apprenticeships relevant to the area in which they did their Foundation Apprenticeship
- are New Scots aged 16-24 and are applying for any apprenticeships
Please note that eligibility to work in the UK is dependent on legal status and all applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Teacher of English - Bucksburn Academy - ABC13595 employer: Aberdeen City Council
Aberdeen City Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With flexible working options and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, employees can thrive while contributing to the safety and cleanliness of their communities. The Council's recognition as a Disability Confident Employer and its forces-friendly status further enhance its appeal, making it a rewarding place to work in Aberdeen.
