Dynamic Physics Teacher - Fixed-Term Opportunity

Teacheroo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Galleon Club membership

Employee benefits

Job summary

George Watson's College wishes to appoint a Physics teacher on a fixed-term basis until April 2027. A full-time or part-time pattern will be considered, suitable for a probationary teacher and a dedicated practitioner aiming to make a high-profile contribution to the school.

The successful candidate will maintain GTCS registration, develop new resources, support learning to prepare pupils for examinations, assess and report on progress, contribute to extracurricular activities, and undertake

Qualifications

• Be a trained and qualified graduate teacher of Physics, registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.
• Be an academically rigorous, dynamic, creative and flexible teacher in developing new ideas and resources, as well as adapting to curriculum changes.
• Be a team player with a drive for learning and teaching, who is keen to explore innovative and stimulating ways to use their passion and expertise to positively encourage the next generation.
• Strengthen the existing strong team ethos in the department.

Responsibilities

• maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration. Undertake relevant CPD, be observed and write up activities in the GTCS Profile
• work effectively as a member of the department to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning and ensure pupils are prepared for examinations
• set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen knowledge and understanding to maximise achievement
• prepare and provide activities appropriate to each year group and learners’ needs
• be confident of their ability to work and respond to the needs of pupils and inspire the next generation of adults
• develop new resources and course materials, as directed by and/or in collaboration with other staff in the department
• assess, record and report on work of pupils, ensuring assessments are punctual and informative
• contribute to the extracurricular life of the School
• attend parent evenings and communicate with parents; contribute to the welfare of the School
• act as a Form Tutor and/or S6 Tutor as required, carrying out administrative, pastoral and advisory responsibilities

Skills

Qualified Physics Teacher

GTCS registration eligible

Team player

Curriculum development

Job description

George Watson's College wishes to appoint a Physics teacher on a fixed-term basis until April 2027. A full-time or part-time pattern will be considered, suitable for a probationary teacher and a dedicated practitioner aiming to make a high-profile contribution to the school.

The successful candidate will maintain GTCS registration, develop new resources, support learning to prepare pupils for examinations, assess and report on progress, contribute to extracurricular activities, and undertake