At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and educate students in Business Education at Brae High School.
- Company: Join a supportive community in the beautiful Shetland Islands.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Permanent full-time position with excellent resources and career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on young lives while enjoying a stunning location.
- Qualifications: Must be registered with GTCS and have relevant teaching experience.
The predicted salary is between 31647 - 41647 £ per year.
Are you passionate about teaching, learning, and inclusion, with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Business Education to join our team at our excellently resourced Brae High School. Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.
Brae High School is a non-denominational school located in Brae. It provides early years, primary and secondary education up to S6 for children from the north mainland of Shetland. The school has 340 pupils: Secondary 182, Primary 120 and Nursery 38. The school is managed by a Head Teacher and 2 Depute Head Teachers; the current Acting Head Teacher is Julie Johnson.
Candidates should detail in their application whether they currently hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). If not, candidates should detail 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.
Additional Information:
- The grade of this post is TCHR
- Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,997 per annum (pro rata)
- Permanent Full Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
- 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 - S1-S6
- Sector/Subject Specialism - Business Education
- Teacher Qualification Requirement - GTCS
Application Process:
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 Brae High School, Brae, Shetland.
Contact:
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Julie Johnson, Acting Head Teacher on 01595 745600 or e-mail julie.johnson3@shetland.gov.uk. If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
Teacher of Business Education - Brae High School - SIC08789 employer: Living & Working in Shetland
Brae High School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where teachers can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the lives of students in the Shetland Islands. With excellent resources and a strong community focus, we provide ample opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that our educators are well-equipped to inspire the next generation. Join us in a picturesque location that values education and fosters a collaborative spirit among staff and students alike.
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Living & Working in Shetland Recruitment Team
