Secdondary Teacher of Chemistry - (Temp/Part time) - REF:ECOD/P04505 - INV06167

Inverclyde Council; Port Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Inverclyde Council is seeking a part-time Secondary Teacher of Chemistry for St Stephen's High School in Port Glasgow. The role involves delivering engaging lessons and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Applicants must be GTCS registered and able to provide a satisfactory PVG check. Flexible working options are available to promote work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Attractive pension schemes

Career development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme

Qualifications

• Registered with GTCS and maintain registration.
• Experience in teaching Chemistry at secondary level.
• Ability to provide a satisfactory PVG check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Chemistry lessons to secondary students.
• Ensure compliance with educational standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development and maintain teaching qualifications.

Skills

Teaching

Chemistry

Communication

Education

GTCS Registration

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Location: St Stephens High School, Kilmacolm Road, Port Glasgow, PA14 6PP

Salary: £40,305 - £50,589 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 28 hours per week

Job Description

Secondary Teacher of Chemistry REF: ECOD/ P04505

Location: St Stephen's High School, Port Glasgow

Inverclyde Council offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, attractive pension schemes, a Buy and Bank Annual Leave Scheme, career development, and health and wellbeing support.

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• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all community members.

Vetting by Disclosure Scotland

If working in regulated work involving children or protected adults, a satisfactory PVG check is required.

GTCS Registration

Applicants must be registered with the GTCS and maintain registration, including paying any applicable fees. Teachers in their probationary year can apply for temporary, un-promoted vacancies but will be paid at the probationer rate of £31,584 per year (pro-rata if applicable).

Roman Catholic Church Approval

If applicable, the successful candidate must be approved by the Roman Catholic Church, in line with Section 21 (A) of the Education (Scotland) Act 1980. Forms are available from the Scottish Catholic Education Service at: https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/

Head Teacher Reports

Successful candidates must download, complete, and sign the Head Teacher Report form, then pass it to their current Head Teacher for completion and signature. The form should then be emailed to [e-mail] with the current Head Teacher CC'd.

Alternative formats for application packs (e.g., Large Print, Braille, Audio) are available. For assistance or to request alternative formats, contact the HR Recruitment Team at 01475 712740 or [e-mail].

Inverclyde Council welcomes applications from former armed forces personnel and reservists, recognizing the transferability of military skills.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Flexible Working

We support flexible working options such as Part-Time, Job Share, Compressed Hours, Homeworking, Hybrid Working, and Flexible Retirement, to promote work-life balance and job satisfaction. Details are available in the Flexible Working Policy on our Employee Benefits webpage.