Teacher of Biology - Peebles High School - SBO09565

Scottish Borders Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in the United Kingdom seeks a qualified teacher in Science for a temporary position until 20/11/2026. The role involves teaching assigned classes, developing the curriculum, and supporting students' educational needs. Applicants must be fully registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. An informal inquiry can be made through a designated contact.

Qualifications

• Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland.
• A teaching qualification in Science.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes with associated preparation and correction.
• Develop the school curriculum.
• Assess, record and report on the work of pupils.
• Prepare pupils for examinations and assist with administration.

Skills

Teaching qualification in Science

Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Job Details

Grade: CS0-5

Salary: £34,178.64 - £42,899.47 per annum

Hours: 29.68

Contract Duration: Temporary secondment cover until 20/11/2026 or earlier return of the post holder

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Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.

Role Purpose

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories:-

• Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
• Developing the school curriculum
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
• Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
• Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
• Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
• Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
• Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
• Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
• Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school

Essential

• A teaching qualification in Science
• Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland or Provisional Registration if Probationary period has not yet been completed.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Katie Hunwick at [e-mail].

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.