Teacher of English - ABS47253 in Inverurie

A vacancy has arisen for a Teacher of English based at Inverurie Academy, Inverurie to deliver quality education to assigned pupils and contribute, within collegiate ethos, to the professional life of the school in relation to pupils, staff and appropriate external bodies within the agreements of the Local Negotiating Committee for Teachers and the Scottish Negotiating Committee for Teachers.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.

Informal enquiries to: NEIL HENDRY 01467 532290

Responsibilities:

• Deliver quality learning and teaching in accordance with 3-18 curriculum guidelines and Aberdeenshire Council policy and guidelines.
• Manage and organise classes through planning and preparing for teaching and learning.
• Develop the attainment and achievement of all pupils by promoting positive outcomes and wider achievement for a diverse range of pupils.
• Promote equality of opportunity and ensure a commitment to inclusive education, recognising and respecting the views of young people.
• Assess, record and report on the work of pupils’ progress to inform a range of teaching and learning approaches.
• Prepare pupils for examinations, where required, and assist with their administration.
• Participate in the professional and collegiate work of the school.
• Contribute to the formation and implementation of school and departmental curriculum and improvement plans.
• Support the health, safety and wellbeing of young people in the school.
• Operate within Aberdeenshire Council’s framework for Quality Assurance and Development.

The Individual:

• Registered with GTC Scotland.
• Participation in professional update.
• Involvement in whole school developments and the wider life of the school.
• Knowledge of current planning and assessment procedures, and good understanding of national and local curriculum policies.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team, be adaptable and be able to communicate well orally and in written form.
• Able to create a motivating learning environment and programmes of work, which take account of individual pupil needs, and be committed to working collegiately and in partnership with parents.

• Competent in the use of ICT including application to learning and teaching.
• Experience of mentoring or coaching student or probationary teachers.