Teacher of Modern Studies/History, Fixed Term until 31/05/2011 Bathgate Academy, Bathgate Bathgate   £21,438 - £34,200

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Teacher of Modern Studies/History - Fixed Term until 31/05/2011, Bathgate Academy, Bathgate Service Area: Education Services
Salary: £21,438 - £34,200 per annum Ref: 292.20 Closing Date:26 September 2010
West Lothian Council are committed to far reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education and Cultural 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. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 5th October 2010.

Requirements
Conditions of Service - Agreement

The Duties of Teachers (Effective from 30 January 1987)

The duties of teachers shall be expressed in the Scheme of Conditions of Service and shall be -

Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority to perform such tasks as the head teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload relation to the following categories:

to teach assigned classes;
to prepare lessons and courses;
to undertake development of the school curriculum;
to assess, record and report on the work of pupils;
to present pupils for and to participate in the conduct of national examinations;
to undertake post-qualification training;
to contribute to the professional development of colleagues, including probationary and student teachers;
to participate in the administration and organisation of the school;
to maintain good order and discipline among pupils and to safeguard their health and safety;
to advise and guide pupils on issues related to their education;
to report and to discuss pupils' progress with their parents and any other bodies that have statutory functions relating to the care of children.

Qualifications
Relevant teaching qualification.
Registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

Job Reference:   WEL0496

Closing Date:     26-Sep-2010

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