Teacher of Geography - Elgin High School - MOR11395

Moray Council; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated educator to teach assigned classes and contribute to curriculum development. Responsibilities include assessing and reporting on pupil work, preparing students for exams, and ensuring their welfare and safety. The successful candidate must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. This role is open to full-time, part-time, or job-share arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
• General qualifications relating to teaching and education are expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes with preparation and correction.
• Develop the school curriculum.
• Assess, record, and report work of pupils.
• Prepare pupils for examinations.
• Provide guidance to pupils on educational issues.
• Promote and safeguard pupil health and safety.
• Collaborate with parents and professionals.
• Engage in Continuing Professional Development.
• Participate in school planning and individual review.
• Contribute to the good order of the school.

Job description

Job Description

The main duties are as follows:

• (a) teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
• (b) developing the school curriculum
• (c) assessing, recording and reporting the work of pupils
• (d) preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
• (e) providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
• (f) promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
• (g) working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
• (h) undertaking appropriate and agreed Continuing Professional Development
• (i) participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
• (j) contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school

The Individual

This post is considered to be a ‘Regulated Role’ under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act it is a legal requirement for an individual undertaking a regulated role with children or protected adults to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. Therefore the successful candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to any formal offer of employment being made by Moray Council.

Applications will also be considered from applicants who are provisionally registered and are able to take up unpromoted permanent positions on a temporary basis. Full time posts would also be suitable for applicants wishing to apply on a job-share or part-time basis.