Teacher of Geography
Craigholme School for Girls
Glasgow City
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- February 2019
- Apply by:
- 5 December 2018
Job overview
Full-Time, temporary until 27 June 2019.
Craigholme is a Senior School for girls, with a coeducational Nursery and Junior School. Founded in 1884, Craigholme is the only remaining all-girls senior school in the West of Scotland. We strongly believe in our small class, single-sex approach and our girls’ academic performance is proof of its value.
We seek a well-qualified and enthusiastic Teacher of Geography to teach classes from S1 up to Higher level.
Geography operates within the Humanities Faculty which comprises History, Business, Modern Studies and RMPS.
The post is full-time and would suit either a new or an experienced teacher.
The school aims to bring out the best in every pupil, combining high standards of teaching and a superb extra-curricular programme within an inclusive and caring ethos. Art, drama, music, public speaking and sport flourish, together with a range of clubs and societies. A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school is essential.
The salary is in line with SNCT rates and will be dependent on experience.
The post is tenable from 18 February 2019. A completed application form, available from the School’s website, and covering letter should be sent to the Executive Headmaster, Mr Ian Munro, as soon as possible and by noon on Wednesday 5 December. Early applications are encouraged and the School reserves the right to complete the recruitment process at their discretion.
68-72 St Andrew’s Drive, Pollokshields, GLASGOW G41 4HA
Telephone: 0141 427 0375
Email: principal@craigholme.co.uk
Applicants should be registered or eligible for registration with the GTCS; the successful candidate will undertake a PVG check through Disclosure Scotland.
About Craigholme School for Girls
Craigholme School for Girls is an all-through, independent girls' school based in Glasgow, catering for students aged 3-18. The school is non-denominational. Its facilities include a dance studio, a climbing wall, a multi-purpose sports hall and a games field.
Principal
June Gilliland
Values and vision
Craigholme School for Girls, through its smaller class sizes and single-sex educational approach, aims to offer comprehensive personalised support for its students within a close-knit and inclusive environment. The school intends to ensure that every one of its pupils is treated and valued as an individual, giving them every opportunity to progress and achieve not just academically but also across sports, music and the arts.
Sports are believed to play a key role in developing social skills, building teamwork and improving fitness. Craigholme School also recognises the social importance of music and the positive effects it can have on academic performance. All pupils are encouraged to take part in choral singing throughout their time at the school.
Education Scotland
“Across the nursery and school, staff have a clear sense of direction and have a strong focus on ensuring children and young people achieve all that they can. The school has appropriate systems in place to support children’s well-being and safety. Children and young people are very positive about their school and about the opportunities they have. The Principal and senior managers ensure a strong focus on continuous improvement and on ensuring the needs of individuals are well met.”
View Craigholme School for Girls’ latest Education Scotland report
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