Class Teacher

Southdale Primary school is a new mainstream, non-denominational primary school which opened in August 2016. It serves the south area of the town of Armadale. The school currently has a roll of 166 children in Primary 1 – 7, and 86 children in the nursery.

Our School Vision is based on the symbols within our school badge;

.Strong roots in our community
.Knowledge and skills for the future
.Journey to Success
.Paving the path to new horizons

We have agreed values of;

.Achievement
.Fairness
.Respect
.Responsibility

We aim

.To provide opportunities for children to understand their place in Scotland’s future which will allow them to make informed choices to become responsible citizens.
.To prepare children to create and develop transferrable skills to contribute to a continually developing society with confidence and high aspirations.
.To be ambitious by developing individual values and beliefs to ensure that all have a positive sense of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing to allow them to become independent in a wider society.
.To be successful learners who are able to think creatively and are determined to reach high standards.

West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of employment being made by the West Lothian Council.

Closing date: 17/12/2017

Reference: WEL02330

Southdale Primary School
Southdale Way
Armadale
Bathgate