Teacher of Home Economics
Calderglen High School
South Lanarkshire
- Expired
- Salary:
- £26,895-£35,763
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 20 August 2017
Job overview
South Lanarkshire Council schools have recently undergone an £800m+ modernisation programme. We have invested significantly in modernising school buildings and this project is believed to be the largest and most progressive in the UK.
The agenda now is to provide high quality education which will inspire learners, transform learning and strengthen communities.
During this time we have built and modernised numerous Primary and Secondary Schools.
It is our mission to make positive meaningful changes in the lives of young people. We aim to provide an exceptional learning and working environment for pupils and staff and work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
If you want to teach in modern schools which are suited to delivering a 21st century curriculum we are looking for you to join us. We are the fifth largest local authority in Scotland and we want to harness the passion and commitment that you have for teaching – so why not come and join us.
We are now inviting applications from Fully Qualified (GTCS) Home Econmics Teachers.
You will assist in the delivery of the curriculum and contribute to whole school initiatives, as appropriate and will carry out the range of duties outlined in Annexe B of "A Teaching Profession for the 21st Century".
Closing date: 21/08/2017
Reference: SLA02973
Calderglen High School,
High Common Road,
East Kilbride,
About Calderglen High School
- Calderglen High School
- High Common Road, St Leonards
- East Kilbride
- G74 2LP
- United Kingdom
Calderglen High School is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in East Kilbridge, has approximately 1,800 students on record.
Calderglen High School opened in 2008, after the merge of two former secondary schools, Hunter High School and Claremont High School. It shares a campus with Sanderson High School.
Headteacher
Elizabeth White
Values and vision
Calderglen High School believes in working together with students, parents and the local community to provide an inspiring, welcoming and nurturing learning environment for all. The secondary school wants all students to feel supported and valued, and encourages their individual interests and talents. It is important to the school that pupils work to the best of their ability and in return, achieve to the highest of the capability. Success is celebrated at Calderglen High School and students are encouraged to further their skills through taking part in extra-curricular activities. These range from sports to music clubs, along with the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Initiatives such as the Young Carers and Homework Club are designed to support students, while leadership skills are practiced through an active Student Voice – where pupils have the opportunity to help implement positive change at the school.
Education Scotland
“Young people are developing skills for life and work exceptionally well, particularly leadership, communication and social skills. High numbers of young people perform and achieve extremely well in an outstandingly wide range of sporting and cultural activities, often achieving great success in local and national competitions.”
View Calderglen High School’s latest Education Scotland report
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