Teacher of English
Linlithgow Academy
West Lothian
- Expired
- Salary:
- £26,895-£35,763
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 1 July 2017
Job overview
Linlithgow Academy is a comprehensive non-denominational secondary school with 8 associated primary schools in the communities of Linlithgow, Bridgend, Winchburgh, Torphichen and Westfield. The current school roll is 1194 with 88 members of teaching staff. The schools FME entitlement for session 2015/16 was 6.4%.
Linlithgow Academy has an excellent reputation in the location community, particularly for the high standards of conduct and confidence displayed by students. In addition to the formal curriculum, a wide range of extra-curricular and out of hours activities are on offer to pupils. The school receives a high level of support and encouragement from parents. Attendance at parents’ evenings is good and information and consultation exercises are well supported.
Linlithgow Academy is committed to providing a secure, positive environment where challenge and diversity in learning and teaching enables everyone to achieve their potential and strive for excellence.
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.
Closing date: 02/07/2017
Reference: WEL02026
Linlithgow Academy,
Braehead Road,
Linlithgow
About Linlithgow Academy
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Linlithgow Academy is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form in West Lothian, providing places for students from 11-18 years. The secondary school is situated in Linlithgow and has approximately 1,203 students on record.
Linlithgow Academy was established in 1894 and has been on its current site since 1968.
Headteacher
Karen Jarvis
Values and vision
Linlithgow Academy focuses on providing a secure and happy learning environment to challenge and encourage students through a broad curriculum. The West Lothian secondary school wants to nurture the values of respect, justice and fairness and for students to treat each other as equals, regardless of their differences. Community is at the heart of the school, and teachers work closely with parents and pupils to provide the best learning opportunities. Linlithgow Academy focuses on providing pupils with opportunities outside the classroom and offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities for them to get involved in, ranging from sports to art club.
Education Scotland Report
“Almost all young people, including those in the autism resource, learn and achieve very well within a friendly atmosphere and purposeful learning environment. They are proud of their school and an ethos of respect is evident through their mature attitude to learning and relationships with each other and staff. Almost all are very well behaved, able to work well independently and apply themselves responsibly to their work. The school is working successfully to provide a curriculum which aims to meet the needs, interests and aspirations of all young people in Linlithgow Academy”.
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