Teacher of English - Galashiels Academy - SBO09431

Scottish Borders Council; Galashiels; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational authority seeks a highly motivated teacher for Galashiels Academy's English and Modern Languages Department. The role requires a teaching qualification in English and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. The successful candidate will contribute to fostering an environment where young people excel as learners. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave until April 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher in English with full registration.
• Motivated to help students become successful learners.
• Effective contributor to the school team.

Responsibilities

• Enable young people to become successful learners.
• Always strive for high standards in teaching.
• Contribute positively to the English and Modern Languages Department.

Skills

Teaching qualification in English

Confidence in teaching methodologies

Effective communication skills

Education

Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Job Details

Grade: CS0-5

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 per annum

Hours: 35

Contract Duration: Temporary maternity cover until 19/04/2026 or the 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

Galashiels Academy are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our English and Modern Languages Department. The successful candidate will strive to enable all young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors as part of the school team.

Essential

A teaching qualification in English.

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 Sophie Mitchell 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.