Nursery Class Teacher - Edinburgh (Temporary, Term Time)

ESMS: Erskine Stewart's Melville Schools; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent co-educational school in Edinburgh is seeking a Class Teacher for the Nursery. This full-time role requires a commitment to high teaching standards and pastoral care for pupils, starting on 23 February 2026. Applicants must have experience as a class teacher and GTCS registration. The position offers various benefits including free school lunches, sports club access, and a pension scheme, all within a supportive environment committed to safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

Free school lunches

Paid moving house day

Free Sports’ Club membership

Auto-enrolment in the Scottish Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Death in service benefit

Family friendly policies

Employee Assistance Service

Cycle to work scheme

Annual professional review process

Regular salary reviews

Funding towards professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Must have experience working as a class teacher.
• Registered with GTCS for primary teaching.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of teaching and pastoral care.
• Teach a diverse group of pupils in a nursery setting.

Skills

Classroom management

Experience in primary education

Effective communication

Education

GTCS registration for Primary teaching

Job description

An independent co-educational school in Edinburgh is seeking a Class Teacher for the Nursery. This full-time role requires a commitment to high teaching standards and pastoral care for pupils, starting on 23 February 2026. Applicants must have experience as a class teacher and GTCS registration. The position offers various benefits including free school lunches, sports club access, and a pension scheme, all within a supportive environment committed to safeguarding children's welfare.