Class Teacher

St Ninian’s Primary school is a denominational school which was established 1st February 1977 and provides for nursery children 30/30 and stages P1-P7 with a current roll of 329.   Its catchment area caters for children living south of the River Almond and west of the dual carriageway which runs through Livingston. It principally serves the Dedridge, Bellsquarry, Murieston areas of Livingston however, children from other parts of Livingston also attend the school.

St Ninian’s Primary School is an integral part of the local community both educationally and socially. There are active and effective Parish/ Community links through St. Philip’s RC Church in Dedridge. Strong links also exist with St. Margaret’s Academy, Livingston and the cluster primary schools.

The school management team is made up of a HT, DHT and PT. Nursery classes are supported by a nursery teacher and nursery nurses. The rest of the staffing is comprised of 18 teachers including music and PE specialists, 6 Pupil Support Workers as well as admin and clerical staff.

The school runs a very successful breakfast club and provides after school clubs at various times throughout the year.

Distributed leadership is promoted across the whole staff. Staff demonstrates strong collegiality and teamwork which maintains the positive climate for learning in the school.

The school works closely with the Parent Council, local parish and wider community.

This session, the priorities for improvements are:

• Excellence through raising attainment and achieving equity – Promoting Wellbeing. Coherent and positive experiences for all learners , Increased aspiration for all learners and Positive relationships across the school
• Excellence through raising attainment and achieving equity – Assessment and Moderation. Improved shared understanding of progression and standards at all levels and Improved literacy and numeracy attainment for all learners

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

This post is considered Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) 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 a formal offer of employment being made by West Lothian Council.
Written approval by the Catholic Church will be required for this position. Please see www.sces.uk.com for further information.

Closing date: 12/03/2017

Reference: WEL01719

St Ninian's Primary School,
Douglas Rise,
Dedridge,
Livingston