Remote-Eligible Senior Teacher & Learning Lead

Pebbles Education; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash health care plan

Company pension enrollment

Life assurance

35 hours per week schedule

Remote-based working flexibility

Job summary

Pebbles Academy Dunfermline is seeking a committed and experienced Senior Teacher to lead teaching and learning across the school and coordinate Qualifications Scotland certification and examination processes. The role combines classroom leadership with strategic school improvement and pastoral support to ensure high-quality, personalised learning experiences.

The postholder will deliver a range of curricular areas across the Broad General Education (BGE) and Senior Phase, while supporting

Qualifications

• Degree qualification with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Significant teaching experience and a proven track record of effective classroom practice.
• Experience of supporting young people who have experienced barriers to learning.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Strong understanding of teaching, learning, assessment and learner progression.
• Understanding of, or willingness to develop, trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and meeting the needs of learners with Additional Support Needs.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to lead, influence and support colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Full UK driving licence.
• PVG membership (or willingness to obtain).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging lessons to small groups of pupils, adapting approaches to meet individual needs.
• Deliver assigned classes, including preparation, assessment and feedback, both in-person and online where required.
• Create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes engagement, wellbeing and achievement.
• Assess, record and report on pupil progress, using this information to inform next steps in learning.
• Support the development of pupils' confidence, resilience, and skills for learning, life and work.
• Contribute to the design and ongoing development of a flexible and relevant curriculum.
• Prepare pupils for qualifications and support examination processes.
• Act as a Key Teacher, supporting the pastoral needs of allocated pupils and contributing to multi-agency planning and review meetings.
• Manage behaviour in a trauma-informed manner, maintaining a calm, consistent and supportive ethos.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers, and external partners to support holistic pupil development.
• Contribute to wider achievement opportunities, including outdoor learning, vocational experiences and life skills programmes.
• Engage with local employers and organisations to support progression pathways, including work experience opportunities.
• Promote and safeguard the health, wellbeing and safety of all pupils at all times.
• Participate in school improvement activities, including planning, self-evaluation and raising attainment.
• Undertake ongoing professional learning and contribute to a strong professional learning culture within the school.

Skills

GTCS registration

Secondary teaching

Trauma-informed practice

Inclusive education

Leadership support

Relationship building

Time management

Independent & team work

Driving licence

PVG clearance

Right to work in UK

Education

UK teaching qualification

Job description

Pebbles Academy Dunfermline is seeking a committed and experienced Senior Teacher to lead teaching and learning across the school and coordinate Qualifications Scotland certification and examination processes. The role combines classroom leadership with strategic school improvement and pastoral support to ensure high-quality, personalised learning experiences.

The postholder will deliver a range of curricular areas across the Broad General Education (BGE) and Senior Phase, while supporting