Inspiring Physics Teacher — Shape the Next Gen

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Galleon Club membership

Employee benefits

Job summary

George Watson’s College invites applications for a temporary Physics teacher role until April 2027. The position can be full-time or part-time, located in Edinburgh.

The successful candidate will join a high-performing department and contribute to the school’s success by delivering engaging lessons and robust assessments. The post is suitable for a probationary teacher, with expectations to maintain GTCS standards, participate in CPD and provide high-quality teaching and pastoral support to

Qualifications

• Be a trained and qualified graduate teacher of Physics, registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.
• Be academically rigorous, dynamic, creative and flexible in developing new ideas and resources, and adaptable to curriculum changes.
• Be a team player with a drive for learning and teaching, keen to explore innovative ways to engage learners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain GTCS registration and undertake relevant CPD, be observed and document activities in the GTCS Profile.
• Work effectively as a department member to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning and prepare pupils for examinations.
• Set high expectations for all pupils to deepen knowledge and maximise achievement.
• Prepare and provide activities appropriate to each year group and learner needs.
• Be confident in supporting pupils and inspiring the next generation of adults.
• Develop new resources and course materials in collaboration with staff.
• Assess, record and report on pupil work, ensuring timely and meaningful feedback.
• Contribute to the School's extra-curricular life and attend parent evenings, communicating with parents as needed.
• Act as a Form Tutor and/or S6 Tutor, carrying out pastoral and administrative duties.

Skills

Qualified Physics teacher

GTCS registration

Dynamic pedagogy

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Qualified Teacher Status (Scotland)

Job description

George Watson’s College invites applications for a temporary Physics teacher role until April 2027. The position can be full-time or part-time, located in Edinburgh.

The successful candidate will join a high-performing department and contribute to the school’s success by delivering engaging lessons and robust assessments. The post is suitable for a probationary teacher, with expectations to maintain GTCS standards, participate in CPD and provide high-quality teaching and pastoral support to