Teacher of Primary (Lairhillock Primary School) - ABS49072

Aberdeenshire Council; Netherley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Lairhillock Primary School, Aberdeenshire, invites applications for a Primary 3 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave. The post runs Monday to Thursday and starts February 2027, with a fixed-term until 1 July 2027. The successful candidate will join a friendly, supportive school team and contribute to high-quality learning experiences for curious P3 pupils.

Salary is in line with SNCT agreements. PVG checks and GTCS registration are required, with overseas checks where applicable.

Qualifications

• Post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under PVG regulations.
• Pre-employment checks include PVG Disclosure and an overseas criminal record check if applicable.
• Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary 3 as a maternity cover class.
• Create engaging, inclusive learning experiences and get to know pupils well.
• Support the school team and contribute to safeguarding and continuous improvement.

Education

GTCS registration eligibility

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Teacher of Primary (Lairhillock Primary School) - ABS49072

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher to join us as Primary 3 Class Teacher for a period of maternity cover.

Our P3 children are a fantastic bunch, full of enthusiasm, curiosity and personality! We’re looking for someone who will get to know them well, make learning engaging and enjoyable, and become a valued part of our friendly and supportive school team.

The post is Monday - Thursday. Interviews are to be held in December 2026 and the post will commence early in February 2027.

Fixed Term for a period not exceeding 01 July 2027.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

Salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT agreements. Applicants must be or eligible to be fully GTC Scotland registered. If you qualified as a Teacher out with Scotland, please visit

GTCS - Qualified Outside Scotland and review the

GTCS FAQs for more information around obtaining registration with the General Teaching Council Scotland.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.