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Class Teacher - Preston Tower Primary School - EAL11842

East Lothian Council

Preston

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

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Job summary

A local council in Scotland is looking for a dedicated primary teacher for Preston Tower Primary School. The position involves teaching various classes, developing the school curriculum, and assessing student progress. Applicants must have GTCS Full registration and be committed to meeting children's educational needs. The role offers a supportive environment working alongside enthusiastic staff and involved parents.

Qualifications

  • Appropriate primary qualification required.
  • GTCS Full registration (General) necessary for permanent roles.
  • Ability to work with children with varying needs.

Responsibilities

  • Teach assigned classes and manage preparation and correction.
  • Develop and assess the school curriculum.
  • Prepare pupils for exams and provide guidance.

Skills

Teaching skills
Curriculum development
Assessment and reporting

Education

GTCS Full registration (General)
Provisional registration
Job description

The Senior Leadership Team includes our Head Teacher, 4 Depute Head Teachers and a SfL Principal Teacher.

Preston Tower Primary School is a school where everyone matters and we are striving for our values of KINDNESS, NURTURE, RESPECT, INCLUSION and HIGH EXPECTATIONS to be realised both within and out with our school community.

We are fortunate to have enthusiastic children, supportive parents, carers and community members, committed support staff and dedicated teachers. We are committed to meeting all of our children's needs including raising attainment and achievement for all.

Job Details

To undertake class-teaching duties.

  • Teach assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction.
  • Develop the school curriculum.
  • Assess, record and report on the work of pupils.
  • Prepare pupils for examinations and assist with their administration.
  • Provide advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education.
  • Promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils.
  • Work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
  • Undertake appropriate and agreed Career Long Professional Development (CLPL).
  • Participate in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review.
  • Contribute towards good order and the wider needs of the school.

Appropriate primary qualification

Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General)

Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration

PVG Membership

This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG member's records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

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Days of Work

Monday - Friday

To start asap.

About the School

Preston Tower Primary School is located in the coastal town of Prestonpans. It is a very large school split over two campuses; We currently have over 700 children from Nursery - Primary 7. The school was established in 2019, following the amalgamation of 2 schools.

Our West Loan Campus has twelve P1 - P3 classes and two rooms in our nursery. Our Preston Road Campus has sixteen P4 - P7 classes.

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