Teacher Business Studies - DGA11971. Job in Stranraer Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a modern secondary school in Stranraer for a passionate Business Studies Teacher. This role offers the chance to inspire young learners in the dynamic fields of business and finance. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality education, creating engaging lesson plans, and supporting students in achieving their full potential. The school boasts excellent facilities and a supportive community, making it an ideal environment for both teaching and personal growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in education, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation package up to £5000

Supportive community

Modern facilities

Active Parent Council

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated teacher with a focus on Business Studies.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans and support student achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Business Studies education across all secondary stages.
• Create engaging lesson plans and contribute to faculty initiatives.

Skills

Business Studies Education

Lesson Planning

Student Engagement

Education

Registered with General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

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Teacher Business Studies

Stranraer Academy

Teacher Scale £33,594 - £50,589

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Business Studies Teacher to join the team at Stranraer Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and engage young learners, fostering their understanding of the dynamic world of business, finance, and enterprise.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality Business Studies education across all stages of the secondary school curriculum. You will create engaging lesson plans, contribute to faculty initiatives, and support students to achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

Stranraer Academy is a modern six-year comprehensive, non-denominational secondary school serving the area of Wigtownshire called the Rhins. It is one of fifteen secondary schools in Dumfries and Galloway, with a current school roll of 1003 students. The school benefits from an active Parent Council and a large, enthusiastic staff. It features an extensive campus with generous playing fields and sports facilities.

The school is located in Stranraer, on the shore of Loch Ryan, the second largest town in Dumfries and Galloway, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The population of the area, including surrounding communities, is nearly 13,000. The town serves as an administrative centre for Wigtownshire. Main industries include the ferry port, tourism, and agriculture. The area offers good facilities, strong communities, and affordable housing, with convenient road and rail links to Dumfries and Glasgow.

Dumfries and Galloway's approach to education combines traditional values with modern thinking, focusing on building staff skills, improving learning and teaching, raising attainment, and developing leadership at all levels.

A relocation package of up to £5000 may be available for successful candidates (permanent positions only). Please see attached guidance for more details.

Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). This position is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the PVG scheme. Candidates with recent residence outside the UK will need to provide police checks from the relevant authorities.

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Required Information

Please provide ONE completed reference with your application. The reference should be emailed to: gw08farquharjamie@

National Pay and Leave Calculation

Refer to the attached briefing note or Part 2: Appendix 2.19 for details on pay and leave.

For further information, contact:

Jamie Farquhar, Headteacher, tel. [phone], email: gw08farquharjamie@