Gaelic Class Teacher - ARB17847. Job in Acharacle Education & Training Jobs in Highland

Service: Education

Closing Date: Friday 8th May 2026

The Earra‑Ghàidheal is one of the most unique administrative areas in Scotland. As a long‑standing regional council, we play a vital part in the day‑to‑day life and long‑term future of our beautiful and diverse communities. Our unwavering purpose is to make Argyll and Bute the place to be – where people want to live, work and do business.

We are seeking a fluent Gaelic speaker who ensures Gaelic is visible and audible throughout the school. The successful candidate will need to be able to plan and deliver lessons using a range of methodologies and resources, carry out assessments, analyse data, and report on children’s learning to ensure that they continue to build upon the good progress they are currently making.

A relocation package is available with this post. We offer a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth. We embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible.

We care about our people and the world around us and always aim to do the right thing. From employee recognition schemes to environmental policies we have many initiatives that look after the things we all care about. For those planning to relocate to Argyll and Bute, our Housing Services Team can offer support to help find affordable housing.

We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice, championing diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and has a sense of belonging.

This post is temporary until 28 May 2027. Applicants should note that these posts require Protection of Vulnerable Group (PVG) Membership in relation to working with children. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended, applies to this post.

This is a temporary post which may be filled on a second‑ment basis by an employee wishing to gain experience/career development and will be at the discretion of the employee’s director. Pay arrangements for those starting after the first day of the school session are adjusted in accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT – Appendix 2.19). The salary for the remainder of the school salary year (1 August – 31 July) will be recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay. A guidance sheet will be provided to the successful candidate if this is applicable.