Teacher of Mathematics

East Lothian Council; Haddington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Haddington seeks a dynamic Teacher of Mathematics for temporary maternity cover. The role involves teaching S1-S6, developing curricula, and ensuring high-quality learning experiences. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified with a wide interest in education.
• Sound knowledge of curricular developments and teaching theory.
• Ability to deliver high-quality learning and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mathematics through S1-S6.
• Develop the school curriculum and assess pupil work.
• Promote and safeguard health, welfare, and safety of pupils.

Skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal Skills

Commitment to Professional Learning

Education

GTCS Registration

Job description

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Vacancy Information

Temporary maternity cover until 31st May 2026.

Vacancy Information

Temporary maternity cover until 31st May 2026.

Days Of Work

Monday - Friday

To start 11th August 2025.

Applications are welcome from current probationers pending attainment of full registration with the GTCS.

Knox Academy is a comprehensive school situated in Haddington in East Lothian. At census 2024 the roll was 925. Our school values are Ambition, Respect and Community and we live out these values to ensure all our learners feel included and valued. We aim to support all of our learners to strive to reach their potential and leave to a positive and sustained destination. We aim to be the best we can, in all that we do for our learners and to give them a high quality educational experience.

Our curriculum provides a full range of subjects from S1-S6. We aim to meet the needs of all our young people, providing a curriculum that is appropriate in terms of breadth, depth and challenge. We endeavour to treat all our young people as individuals and hope that they, their parents/carers and the community will work in partnership to provide them with the support and opportunities that will enable them to make their next educational steps. Our young people are encouraged to access the extensive and varied menu of extra-curricular activities on offer. There is a proud tradition of excellent education in Haddington and the young people, staff and parents/carers of the school work hard to continue this.

A vacancy has arisen to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking individual for the position of Teacher of Mathematics.

The Successful Candidate Will Meet The Following Criteria

• Be suitably qualified and possess a wide interest in all aspects of education
• Have a sound knowledge of current national/local curricular developments and learning and teaching theory and practice
• Work collaboratively, in an effective manner with colleagues to best meet the needs of our young people
• Deliver consistently high quality learning, teaching and assessment through inclusive pedagogical approaches
• Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning with a focus on improving outcomes for young people
  
  

You can find out more about our school by visiting our website - https://www.ka-net.org.uk/

Please feel free to contact the Business Manager, Peter Luke, on 01620 823387 (or ) for any additional information required or for an informal discussion regarding this position.

Applications will be accepted from those wishing to be considered for this role on a part-time basis. If you are applying for this role on a part time basis, please tell us in the Additional Information section of the application form.

Job Details

Teaching relevant subject through S1-S6.

Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers, promoted and unpromoted, are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories-

Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction

Developing the school curriculum

Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils

Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration

Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education

Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils

Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals

Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development

Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review

Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school

Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.

The ' East Lothian Way' - values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.

Job Requirements

Relevant Qualifications

Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject

Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General)

Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration

PVG Membership

This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

Please note: PVG member's records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Please Note

If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.

Additional Information

For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:

www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo

Please Note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session

In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay.

In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable.

East Lothian Council Secondary Schools

Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools

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