Teacher of Biology with Chemistry, Stewarton Academy, Stewarton - EAY11727

East Ayrshire Council; Stewarton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Stewarton is seeking a dedicated individual to support and inspire learners through curriculum development. The role is full-time (35 hours/week) and based at Stewarton Academy until 31 March 2026. Candidates must be PVG Scheme members and provide reputable references. The annual salary ranges from £40,305 to £50,589. Committed to diversity, the organization encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

Qualifications

• Become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member.
• Provide at least two relevant references, including one from a senior manager.

Responsibilities

• Challenge, support, and inspire all learners.
• Deliver an innovative and creative curriculum.
• Promote and integrate key objectives from the Education and Community Plans.

Job description

Job Description

Challenge, support, and inspire all learners to achieve the best possible outcomes through the development and delivery of an innovative and creative curriculum. This role aims to promote, deliver, and integrate the key objectives outlined in the Education Plan and the Community Plan.

Requirements

The duties of this position involve Regulated Work with children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful applicants will be required to become a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme member or to have an existing PVG Scheme Record Update before any formal employment offer can be made by East Ayrshire Council.

PVG records are regularly updated. Any relevant information disclosed on a PVG Scheme Record or Record Update will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment confirmation.

Responsibilities

We adhere to the national Safer Recruitment guidelines. During the application process, you should provide at least two relevant references, including one from your current or most recent employer, preferably from a senior manager. References from peers at the same level are not acceptable.

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The Individual

This is a temporary full-time position based at Stewarton Academy, Stewarton, until 31 March 2026.

The role involves 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with hours directed by the Line Manager.

The annual salary ranges from £40,305 to £50,589.

For further information, contact John Stuart at [e-mail].

East Ayrshire Council promotes diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all community members, including underrepresented groups such as Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled individuals, and LGBT+ community members. We are committed to reducing occupational segregation and encourage women to apply for managerial and underrepresented roles. East Ayrshire Council is a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.