Teacher Art - DGA13121 in Thornhill

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated teacher of art to help support teaching in Wallace Hall Academy. Our commitment to teachers is evident by the provision of high quality professional learning. We had a very successful inspection in January 2025. The inspection team agreed the following evaluations:

• Leadership of change – Very Good
• Learning, teaching and assessment – Very Good
• Ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion – Very Good
• Raising attainment and achievement – Very Good

We are looking to attract and appoint a highly skilled Art Teacher here at Wallace Hall Academy; it would also be beneficial for applicants to have knowledge in music. The position is currently Temporary for 6 months but may be extended for up to 1 year.

Wallace Hall is a rural school in Thornhill, which is situated 13 miles north of Dumfries. The secondary school roll is just under 580, the primary roll is 160 and the roll in our ELC is currently 50 pupils. In January 2010 we moved into our new school building which has excellent facilities. The school is now run as a 2-18 establishment with one Head Teacher. Our school motto is Together we grow, learn and achieve. All stakeholders were consulted on the values of the school. Our vision is to provide a safe, happy environment where all learners can enjoy the school experience and can be challenged and encouraged to meet their full academic and vocational potential.

We believe that 21st Century learners should develop the skills of communication, compassion, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, composure, citizenship and curiosity.

We enjoy a close partnership with our five cluster primaries. However, approximately 25% of our school roll comes from outside our catchment area. Our strong academic reputation and continued development of a more inclusive and flexible curriculum are seen as major strengths of the school and appeal to many parents and pupils. Our school is dynamic and vibrant with a commitment to the development of both pupils and staff and the creation of a positive learning community.

We presently have 65 teaching staff and 35 support staff, and have built strong links with a wide variety of partner agencies including the Parent Council and the local Queensberry Estate. Our pupils and families are supported by a dedicated and professional team including a highly skilled support staff who play an integral part in enhancing our positive ethos and culture of achievement. Our school shows have a reputation for excellence.

We are an innovative school which recognises its strengths and continues to build capability in almost all areas but we are also fully committed to developing new ideas and challenges to ensure that the improvement agenda is always to the fore.

This position may be suitable for a Secondment; Line Management approval should be sought before applying for the position. Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector. This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

As part of the recruitment and selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form and will be read in conjunction with your application form. Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School. The reference should be submitted prior to the closing date. The reference for this vacancy should be emailed to: gw09gibsonsharon3@ea.dumgal.sch.uk

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of Scottish Teachers’ Pension Scheme, exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact: Mrs S Gibson, School Support Manager on tel. 0184833212 or email: gw09gibsonsharon3@ea.dumgal.sch.uk