Teacher Chemistry - DGA12549

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A public education authority in Scotland is seeking a Teacher Chemistry for a full-time role of 35 hours per week at Dumfries Academy. The successful candidate will deliver engaging Chemistry lessons as part of the curriculum and contribute to high-quality teaching across the authority's schools. A registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is required. A relocation package of up to £5,000 is available for the right applicant.

Benefits

Relocation package up to £5,000

Qualifications

• Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Candidates will require a PVG scheme check before formal offer.
• Provide ONE completed reference with the application.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Chemistry teaching as part of the curriculum.
• Contribute to high-quality learning across schools.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities.

Skills

Teaching Chemistry

Collaboration

Professional development

Education

Registration with GTCS

Job description

Overview

Teacher Chemistry (1FTE) – 35 hours per week. Dumfries Academy. Teacher Scale £40,305 - £50,589.

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher Chemistry for 35 hours per week. The post forms part of Dumfries Learning Town schools and/or The Bridge to deliver courses as part of the BGE and/or senior phase curriculum to meet the needs of our learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Chemistry teaching as part of the BGE and/or senior phase curriculum.
• Contribute to ensuring high-quality learning and teaching across Dumfries and Galloway Council schools.
• Participate in professional learning opportunities and collaborative practice to improve attainment and participation for all learners.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) in the appropriate sector.
• This post is regulated work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults; candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer.
• Applicants resident outside the UK within the last 5 years will require a police record check from the relevant authorities in the country of residence in addition to Disclosure Scotland.
• As part of the recruitment process, provide ONE completed reference alongside the application form; the reference should be submitted before the closing date to the relevant contact in the School.
• National Pay and Leave information is available in the attached briefing note or at www.snct.org.uk; Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification.

Additional Information

• A significant relocation package of up to £5,000 is available to the successful candidate.
• Interviews will be held in the week beginning 6 October.
• For more information contact Joanne Dillon, Headteacher (email: [e-mail]).
• Employer: Dumfries and Galloway Council; Equality, Diversity and Equal Opportunity commitments are included.

Applications are welcome from current probationers pending attaining Full Registration with the GTCS in July 2025.