Teacher Art & Design - DGA12104

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council seeks a temporary Teacher of Art & Design for Dumfries High School, offering an opportunity to inspire students through creative education. The position requires GTCS registration and focuses on delivering engaging courses as part of the Broad General Education curriculum. Join a supportive community committed to student leadership and responsible citizenship.

Benefits

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Wellbeing guidance from trained champions

Qualifications

• Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Experience in delivering courses at Broad General Education (BGE) and senior phase curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses as part of the Broad General Education (BGE) and senior phase curriculum.
• Collaborate with parents, primary schools, and the local community.

Skills

Creativity

Passion for learning

Collaboration

Education

Registered with General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Advert

Teacher Art & Design (Temporary)

Dumfries High School

Unpromoted Teacher Scale £33,594 - £50,589

Dumfries and Galloway's approach to education combines traditional values, ethos, and atmosphere with innovative 21st-century thinking. We seek creative teachers with vision and a passion for learning. This is an excellent opportunity to develop our culture of sharing and learning.

At Dumfries High School, we are committed to providing outstanding educational experiences and opportunities, and to developing our students as leaders and responsible citizens. We collaborate with parents, primary schools, the local community, and other partners.

We are seeking to appoint a temporary, 1FTE, Teacher of Art & Design for session 2025/26.

This role is part of Dumfries Learning Town schools and/or The Bridge, delivering courses as part of the Broad General Education (BGE) and/or senior phase curriculum to meet learners' needs.

Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). This position is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check before employment is confirmed. Candidates who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years must provide a police record check from the relevant country.

Required Information

As part of the recruitment process, please provide ONE completed reference alongside your application. The reference should be emailed to: [e-mail]. It is your responsibility to gather and submit this reference before the closing date.

Refer to the attached briefing note or www.snct.org.uk for information on the Pay and Leave Calculation (Part 2: Appendix 2.19).

We value diversity and are committed to equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and those bringing different perspectives and experiences.

Our benefits include access to the Vivup platform with discounts, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and wellbeing guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions.

For further information, please contact:

Phil Cubbon, Headteacher, at 01387 263061 or email [e-mail]