Teacher (RICCT) - Burgh Primary School - SBO09384

Scottish Borders Council; Galashiels; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Galashiels is seeking a teacher for Burgh Primary School. The successful candidate will teach assigned classes and engage in related activities. Essential qualifications include a teaching degree and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland. This temporary role comes with a competitive salary and a commitment to workforce diversity.

Qualifications

• Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (or an assurance that full registration will be forthcoming)

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes and carry out related activities under the direction of the headteacher.

Education

Degree (B.Ed/PGCE/PGDE) or Diploma in Primary Teaching

Job description

Job Details

Grade: CS0-5

Salary: £26,877.68 - £33,735.64 per annum

Hours: 23.34

Contract Duration: Temporary until 16/08/2026 or earlier return of the post holder.

Please note: The closing date for applications is Wednesday 1st October 2025 with interviews being held week beginning Monday 6th October 2025.

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Teachers applying for posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.

Role Purpose

Burgh Primary School are looking for a teacher to teach assigned classes and carry out related activities and developments following local, national and school policies and under the direction of the headteacher.

Essential

A degree (B.Ed/PGCE/PGDE) or Diploma in Primary Teaching

Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (or an assurance that full registration will be forthcoming)

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Kirsty Hadden by telephone on 01896 752761 or by email at [e-mail]

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.