Lead Teacher - Architecture, Engineering and Infrastructure Design - Newbattle High School - MID0...

ZipRecruiter; Lugton; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a Lead Teacher for Architecture, Engineering and Infrastructure Design. This permanent, full-time role requires registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check to work with children. Applicants should ensure compliance with pre-employment checks before application. The closing date for applications is set for 1 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Successfully complete pre-employment requirements like medical screening and references.
• Register with the General Teaching Council and complete a satisfactory PVG check.
• Hold full registration with GTCS for permanent posts.

Job description

Overview

Lead Teacher - Architecture, Engineering and Infrastructure Design

Salary: £57,429

Contract: Permanent • Full Time

Currently, Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 32 primary schools (19 with nurseries) and 2 stand-alone nursery schools. The council supports a range of settings from rural to urban, including Saltersgate which provides for children with a range of physical, social, emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties. Several new build projects have been completed recently and more are planned.

Interview Date: Week commencing 6 October 2025

Responsibilities

The information provided does not include specific duties. Please refer to the official job posting for a full list of responsibilities for the Lead Teacher role in Architecture, Engineering and Infrastructure Design.

Requirements

• Pre-Employment Checks/Requirements for Teaching Positions: Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, such as medical screening, two written references (one from your most recent/current employer), verification of original qualifications and eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.
• Registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children are essential.
• General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS): Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with GTCS. Further information at the GTCS website (not included here).
• Regulated Work with Children: This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. An application by someone barred from working with children is an offence. PVG Scheme membership is required or a PVG Scheme Update check prior to employment; costs are the applicant’s responsibility and may be recovered via salary deduction over specified periods.
• Disclosures: The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 requires disclosure of unspent convictions. Applicants should disclose details if applicable. Having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify a candidate; suitability depends on the role and circumstances. Further PVG information is available from Disclosure Scotland.

How to Apply

Applications should be made online. If you have difficulty applying or need reasonable adjustments, contact the Recruitment Team at the number provided in the original posting.

Closing Date

Wednesday 1 October 2025