Teacher of Home Economics, Stewarton Academy, Stewarton - EAY11333

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

Job summary

East Ayrshire Council is looking for a dedicated professional for a temporary full-time teaching position at Stewarton Academy, covering maternity leave. The successful candidate will work 35 hours a week and will play a key role in delivering a creative curriculum while ensuring the well-being of all learners.

Responsibilities

• Promote and deliver an innovative curriculum.
• Support and inspire learners to achieve the best outcomes.
• Adhere to Safer Recruitment guidance during the application process.

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 for Regulated Work with these groups, or if already a member, to undergo a PVG Scheme Record Update before any formal employment offer is made by East Ayrshire Council. PVG records are continuously updated, and any relevant disclosures will be discussed with the applicant prior to employment.

Responsibilities

We adhere to national Safer Recruitment guidance. During the application process, applicants should provide details of at least two relevant references, including one from their current or most recent employer. The reference from your current or most recent employer must be from an appropriate senior manager and not from a peer at the same level. Please add [e-mail] to your safe sender list to ensure you receive all related emails.

The Individual

This is a temporary full-time position at Stewarton Academy, Stewarton, covering maternity leave. The role involves 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, under the direction of the line manager. The salary range is between £40,305 and £50,589 per annum. The contract is valid until 20th December 2025. For further information, contact John Stuart at [e-mail].

East Ayrshire Council is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all community members, including underrepresented groups such as Black and Minority Ethnic people, disabled people, and LGBT individuals. We promote occupational diversity and encourage women to apply for roles where they are underrepresented. The council is a Disability Confident employer and a Recruit with Conviction Ambassador.