Teacher Music

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Annan; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Annan Academy is seeking a Teacher of Music for a temporary full-time position, focusing on providing exceptional educational experiences. This role offers the chance to contribute to student growth in a supportive environment while benefiting from professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to discounts via Vivup

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support from My Money Matters

Wellbeing guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions

Qualifications

• Applicants must be registered with the GTCS.
• Position involves working with vulnerable children under the PVG Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality music education.
• Participate in teaching and learning initiatives.

Skills

Compassionate

Teaching effectiveness

Education

Registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS)

Job description

At Annan Academy, we are committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities for our students. Our staff are highly effective classroom teachers, compassionate, and caring individuals who are always willing to help our students in any way they can.

A vacancy has arisen at Annan Academy for a Teacher of Music to join our team. This is a temporary full-time position (1.0 FTE) for 1 year.

This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying.

Our Council’s vision is to make Dumfries and Galloway the best place in Scotland to live, learn, work, visit, and grow. Our Education Service contributes to this vision through a diverse range of schools—large and small, urban and rural, partnership and all-through. Our goal is to increase achievement, attainment, and participation for all young people aged 2-18 by supporting our staff to develop and innovate through collaborative working.

We believe in developing the autonomy of schools, Headteachers, and staff to facilitate high-quality learning and teaching. We continue to use our resources innovatively to build on our investment in staff and their practice, reflected in ongoing improvements in attainment, achievement, and participation.

We are committed to our teachers by providing high-quality professional development opportunities for all.

Requirements

Dumfries and Galloway offers a rich and diverse quality of life, with outdoor pursuits, arts festivals, and good travel links to major centers. If you are considering a teaching career here and joining a forward-thinking Council, we want to hear from you!

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. Preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG update check before a formal offer is made.

Applicants who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence.

Required Information

Please provide ONE completed reference along with your application form. This reference should be emailed to: [e-mail]. It is your responsibility to gather and submit this reference prior to the closing date.

We offer an exciting benefits package, including access to discounts via our Vivup platform, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and wellbeing guidance from trained Wellbeing Champions.

Responsibilities

We are committed to equality, diversity, and equal opportunity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our organization.

For further information, please contact:

Ewan Murray, Headteacher
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]