Teacher Primary

Penninghame Primary School is situated in Newton Stewart and has a current school roll of 227 and nursery of 50. It is part of a vibrant community which is very supportive of the work of the school.

We strive to be a progressive and forward looking team who embrace the opportunities to make a positive difference to the lives of the children in our school community. Staff are encouraged to play an active dynamic role in all school activities and developments.

The position is for 17.5 hours per week on a temporary basis to cover a Maternity Leave vacancy.

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

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, 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.

Closing date: 29/10/2018

Reference: DGA03976

Penninghame Primary School,Auchendoon Road, Newton Stewart