The school’s current roll is 370 with 304 pupils in mainstream primary classes, 58 children in the nursery classes and 15 children based in the Additional Support Needs (ASN) Department.
There are 14 classes in the primary department and 2 classes in the nursery. One nursery class offers a morning and afternoon session while the other class offers a morning session with additional hours. Each nursery class can accommodate up to 20 children in each session. An ASN Department, catering for pupils with a wide range of additional support needs, is attached to the school. There are now 6 classes in the Department, although a large number of these children benefit from a split placement spending some of their time in a mainstream setting.
In the primary department there are 14 class teachers, two full-time ASN teachers and one part-time ASN teacher. A number of ASN auxiliaries provide additional support for pupils with additional support needs who are included in mainstream classes. There are visiting specialist teachers of physical education (PE), music and art and visiting instructors of knitting and instrumental tuition.
The school enjoys good relationships with parents and has an active Parent Council. It also has an enthusiastic Pupil Council comprising of pupils from Primaries 3-7.
Our recently revised school aims, vision and values are in line with a Curriculum for Excellence and have been developed with staff, pupils, parents and the local community.
At Bell’s Brae Primary School we aim for everyone to be:
SUCCESSFUL LEARNERS who:
• Always try their best
• Fulfil their potential in numeracy and literacy skills
• Can use technology for a range of purposes
• Show enthusiasm and enjoyment in learning
• Are encouraged to take on new challenges
CONFIDENT INDIVIDUALS who:
• Are happy, healthy and active
• Respect and value themselves and others
• Are developing independence
• Have the ability to make informed choices
• Believe in themselves and know their own strengths and needs
RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS who:
• Are members of an inclusive global community
• Care for others and their environment
• Understand different beliefs and cultures
• Are encouraged to participate in political, economic, social and cultural life
EFFECTIVE CONTRIBUTORS who:
• Are creative, enterprising and show initiative
• Can communicate and work co-operatively with others
• Are resilient
Vision statement
Bell’s Brae strives to create an ethos of achievement and enjoyment where everyone feels safe, supported, valued and respected in order to develop life skills, reach their full potential and gain happy memories.
Head Teacher:
Mrs Jennifer Wadley
Address:
Bell’s Brae Primary School
Lerwick
Shetland
ZE1 0QB
Tel: 01595 743720
Fax: 01595 693860
Email: bellsbrae@shetland.gov.uk
Website: http://www.bellsbrae.shetland.sch.uk
Additional Information
• A Relocation package does not apply to this post.
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland.
• Term time only, ie 39 weeks per year.
• Part-time post for 18 hours per week.
• This is a temporary post for approximately 10 months.
• The post is career graded. Your salary and career progression will depend on your experience and qualifications.
• Not suitable for remote working.
• Applicants must complete a Criminal Convictions Declaration Form.
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG Scheme) or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to a formal offer of appointment being made.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and ‘Single Status: Modernising Employment’ booklet attached to this job advert.
Contact Details
For further information, please contact Jennifer Wadley, Head Teacher on (01595) 743720 or jennifer.wadley@shetland.gov.uk.
Job Reference: SIC1322
