Teacher of Geography
North Berwick High School
East Lothian Council
- Expired
- Salary:
- £26,697-£40,206
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 31 August 2019
Job overview
Job Details
Teaching relevant subject through S1-S6.
Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers, promoted and unpromoted, are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories-
Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
Developing the school curriculum
Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Related Documents') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with the job.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject
For Permanent Posts: Full GTCS Registration is required.
For Temporary Posts: Full/Provisional GTCS Registration is required.
PVG Membership
This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
Please Note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session
In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay.
In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable.
East Lothian Council Secondary Schools
Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools
Closing date: 01/09/2019
Reference: EAL04201
North Berwick High School, Grange Road, North Berwick
About North Berwick High School
- North Berwick High School
- Grange Road, North Berwick
- East Lothian
- EH39 4QS
- United Kingdom
North Berwick High School is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school with sixth form situated in the seaside town of North Berwick in East Lothian, Scotland. It is a state school. Smaller than average for a school of its type, the school’s latest handbook identifies a school roll of 889 secondary and sixth form students between the ages of 11-18.
With two local schools dating back to the 17th century, North Berwick High School was founded in 1893. There have been a number of redevelopments to the school over the years, the most recent being an enlargement and refurbishment under a Public Private Partnership scheme that finished in 2005.
Headteacher
Lauren Rodger
Values and Vision
North Berwick High School is an educational environment with a culture of aiming high. It ensures that all its students feel happy and safe in their place of education, to help them grow and reach their full potential. Always offering education of the highest quality, it ensures its pupils are at the very heart of what the school does, and that they are given the opportunities and encouragement to succeed in later life.
Education Scotland
“[There is a student population of] confident young people who actively contribute as good citizens to the school and the community. [There is a] strong curriculum with positive developments in Curriculum for Excellence, including planned learning across subjects [for] developing and recognising young people’s achievement. [There is a] very effective support for young people with additional support needs [and a] strong commitment of the headteacher and deputy headteachers to high achievement and improvement.”
View North Berwick High School's latest Education Scotland report
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