Council election FAQs

Standing for election

Make a difference

Play a key role in the strategic development and performance management of GTC Scotland. Ensure GTC Scotland meets its statutory functions and aims: maintaining and improving professional standards, and contributing to the development of teacher professionalism and Scottish education.

Learn

Work with people from a wide range of educational and other backgrounds; develop and strengthen your skills whilst gaining a deeper understanding of the key issues facing GTC Scotland, Scottish education and the teaching profession in Scotland.

Voting in the election

We want all registrants to have a say in the strategic direction of GTC Scotland. The easiest way to do this is to vote in the Council election for your preferred registered teacher candidates.

The election process