Teacher of Music (1.0 FTE split between 2 schools) - Speyside High School / Elgin Academy

Moray Council; Aberlour; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Moray Council is seeking a Teacher of Music for a temporary position split between Speyside High and Elgin Academy, focused on student development, curriculum design, and classroom teaching. This role encourages applications from varying work arrangements and supports educational partnerships for student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching music is essential.
• Ability to develop curriculum and assess students.
• Commitment to educational development and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned music classes and preparing associated materials.
• Assessing and reporting student work and needs.
• Promoting students' health and welfare.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Assessment

Communication

Advising on Education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Location: Speyside High, Mary Avenue, Aberlour, Banffshire, Moray, AB38 9QU

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 per year

Contract Type: Temporary

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

The main duties are as follows:

1. Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
2. Developing the school curriculum
3. Assessing, recording, and reporting the work of pupils
4. Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
5. Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
6. Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare, and safety of pupils
7. Working in partnership with parents, support staff, and other professionals
8. Undertaking appropriate and agreed Continuing Professional Development
9. Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement, and individual review
10. Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school

Additional Details

The position is for Teacher of Music (1.0 FTE), split between two schools: Speyside High (0.6 FTE, 3 days) and Elgin Academy (0.4 FTE, 2 days). The role is long-term temporary until July 2026.

Applications are also welcomed from provisionally registered applicants able to take up unpromoted permanent positions on a temporary basis. Full-time, job-share, or part-time applications are also encouraged.