Teacher Music - DGA12018

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

Job summary

Annan Academy is seeking a passionate Teacher of Music for a temporary full-time position. This role offers an opportunity to inspire students and contribute to a vibrant education community, emphasizing professional growth and the importance of quality learning experiences. Successful candidates will join a dedicated team, committed to fostering inclusion and high standards across diverse educational settings.

Benefits

Access to Vivup platform with discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Financial support and wellbeing guidance

Qualifications

• Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• Experience with diverse educational settings is desirable.
• Commitment to professional development and inclusion is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver music lessons to students, promoting engagement and understanding.
• Collaborate with other staff to enhance the educational experience.

Skills

Compassion

Teaching

Classroom Management

Education

Registered with General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Job Description

Teacher Music

Annan Academy

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

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, caring, and always willing to support our students in any way they can.

We have a vacancy 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; please seek agreement from your line manager 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 by offering 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 fostering collaboration, development, and innovation among staff.

We believe in empowering schools, headteachers, and staff to deliver high-quality learning and teaching. We allocate resources innovatively to support staff development and continuous improvement in student outcomes.

We are dedicated to supporting our teachers through high-quality professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Dumfries and Galloway offers a rich and diverse quality of life, with outdoor pursuits, arts festivals, and excellent travel links connecting major centers. If you are considering a teaching career here and wish to join an ambitious, 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 Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG check before the employment offer is finalized.

Applicants who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years must provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in the countries of residence, in addition to Disclosure Scotland checks.

Required Information

Please provide ONE completed reference with your application. It is your responsibility to gather and submit this reference before the closing date. Send the reference to: [e-mail]

National Pay and Leave Calculation

Refer to the attached briefing note or visit www.snct.org.uk for details on pay and leave specifications.

Our benefits package includes access to the Vivup platform with discounts, local business offers, Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support, and wellbeing guidance.

Responsibilities

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from underrepresented groups. For further information, contact:

Ewan Murray, Headteacher, tel. [phone], email: [e-mail]