Teacher of English

Girl's Schools Association; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Teacher of English.

Detail

Remuneration and benefits

At St Margaret’s, teachers benefit from a close-knit school community and a calm and purposeful learning environment in which children and young people are ambitious and keen to progress. The school is committed to providing excellent professional development opportunities for all staff.

The successful candidate will be remunerated at the appropriate point on the main grade scale. Daughters of staff who attend the school will be eligible for a remission on school fees after one year’s service. St Margaret’s has an Employee Assistance Programme which offers free and confidential advice on both work and personal issues.

Job Description

Applications are invited for the post of Teacher of English. This position will offer an exciting teaching opportunity for a dynamic, well-qualified, and forward-looking teacher. The successful candidate will be an English graduate with a proven track record of excellent teaching, an inclusive approach, and a commitment to fostering a love of learning in all pupils. In addition to bringing ambition and vision for the learning and teaching of English, the teacher will be a team player who is ready to contribute with enthusiasm to the wider life of the school and the extra-curricular programme offered by the department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to teach across all stages of the senior school.

The English department is lively and thriving. English results in SQA examinations have been very strong over a number of years, attesting to the department’s high standards and innovative practice. St Margaret’s pupils regularly go on to study English at university.

Candidates should be GTCS registered or eligible for registration.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to teach a lesson, which will be observed.

Start date - Monday 18th August 2025

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To prepare and maintain schemes of work.
2. To prepare pupils for internal and external assessment.
3. To mark and moderate pupils' work.
4. To provide a stimulating learning environment for pupils.
5. To write reports.
6. To maintain pupils' records.
7. To provide consultation for pupils and their parents.
8. To participate in the school’s professional learning programme.
9. To develop and implement teaching and learning strategies in line with school policy.
10. To cover for colleagues as required.
11. To attend parents’ evenings.
12. To contribute to the positive ethos and extra-curricular life of St Margaret’s School.