Teacher Primary - DGA13730

Dumfries and Galloway Council; Annan; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Newington Primary School in Annan, part of Dumfries and Galloway Council, invites applications for a Teacher Primary (7/09145M) 1FTE maternity cover. The post is temporary until August 2027, offering a structured learning environment and a competitive pay scale of £36,159 to £54,453.

We seek a committed Class Teacher with a passion for pupil achievement, who will work under the Headteacher to deliver effective learning, adhere to policies, and contribute to school development.

Qualifications

• GTCS registration in the appropriate sector.
• PVG scheme membership/update check as required before formal offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective learning and teaching and maintain a quality learning environment.
• Carry out related activities and developments in line with local, national and school policies under the Headteacher's direction.

Education

Registered with GTCS

Job description

Job Description

Teacher Primary (7/09145M) 1FTE (Temporary)

Newington Primary School - Annan

Unpromoted Teacher Scale £36,159 - £54,453

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Class Teacher to cover Maternity Leave, working 35 hours per week, at Newington Primary School until August 2027. The successful candidate will provide effective learning and teaching and should demonstrate a commitment to creating a quality learning environment. They will carry out related activities and developments following local, national and school policies under the direction of the Headteacher.

This position may be suitable for a Secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post on a secondment basis.

Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector.

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

National Pay and Leave Calculation

Please refer to important information in the attached briefing note or to www.snct.org.uk Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification.

Requirements

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact: Annemarie Ferguson, Headteacher on tel. [phone] or email: [e-mail]