Teacher of Chemistry, Perth Grammar School - PKC13157

Perth and Kinross Council; Perth; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in Scotland is looking for an enthusiastic Teacher of Chemistry to join a vibrant Science Faculty at Perth Grammar School. The role requires someone who is passionate about Chemistry and can make science fun and accessible for all learners. This position offers support for professional growth and emphasizes a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Family friendly leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for Chemistry and making science engaging.
• Ability to work in a supportive team environment.
• Experience in making science accessible to all learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach Chemistry in a fun and engaging way.
• Contribute to a positive faculty culture.
• Develop students' interest in science.

Skills

Energy and creativity

Learner-first mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Teacher of Chemistry - PKC13157
£33,594 - £50,589
Perth Grammar School

Teacher of Chemistry - Make Learning Science Fun for All at Perth Grammar School

Are you passionate about Chemistry and ready to bring science to life in a way that's exciting, meaningful, and fun for every learner? If so, Perth Grammar School is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Teacher of Chemistry to join our vibrant Science Faculty, where our motto is clear: Making Learning Science Fun for All.

What You'll Be Part Of

• A collaborative and supportive team that values fun, challenge, and professional growth.
• A learning environment that's both rigorous and joyful, where students are encouraged to explore, experiment, and excel.
• A faculty equipped with labs and digital tools, ready to support high-quality learning experiences.

Skills & Experience Required

Who We're Looking For...

• A teacher who brings energy, creativity, and a learner-first mindset to Chemistry education.
• Someone who thrives in a team and is excited to contribute to a positive, forward-thinking faculty culture.
• A practitioner who understands how to make science accessible, engaging, and relevant to all learners.

If you're ready to make a difference and help us make learning science fun for all, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Perth Grammar School and be part of a faculty that's shaping the future of science education.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share. Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here’s what we can offer you:

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Aly Spalding, Principal Teacher of Science on 01738 472800 to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current Head Teacher.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on [phone] or [e-mail] to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.
GTCS registration is required.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.