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Scottish Borders Council; Earlston; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council invites applications for a Teacher of Computing Science at Earlston High School. The post requires full GTCS registration in Scotland or provisional registration if the probationary period is not yet complete. Apply by 17/09/2026.

Role involves teaching Computing Science, developing the curriculum, assessing pupils, and working with parents and professionals to raise achievement in a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification in Computer Studies
• Full registration with GTCS (Scotland) or Provisional Registration

Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
• Developing the school curriculum
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
• Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
• Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
• Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
• Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
• Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
• Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
• Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school

Job description

Teacher of Computing Science - Earlston High School - SBO10245

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Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.

Please note this vacancy has been extended until 17/09/2026.

Role Purpose

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
• Developing the school curriculum
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
• Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
• Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
• Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
• Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
• Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
• Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
• Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school
• A teaching qualification in Computer Studies
• Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland or Provisional Registration if Probationary period has not yet been completed

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Alex Johnson at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.