Location and Position
Currie Community High School, 31 Dolphin Avenue, Edinburgh, EH14 5RD
Position: Teacher of Physical Education
Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week
School Overview
Currie Community High School, serving the communities of Currie, Riccarton, Juniper Green, and Baberton Mains, has a rich history of 350 years. The school boasts excellent community links, high academic standards, and a wide range of achievement opportunities. We are committed to raising attainment and celebrating success, with a strong focus on inclusivity and diversity.
Values and Achievements
Our core values are Ambition, Respect, and Equality. We are proud to hold the Gold LGBT Charter Mark, are proactively anti-racist, and embrace cultural diversity, speaking over 49 languages. We are working towards Rights Respecting School status, hold a Silver Food For Life Catering award, and have maintained Green Eco Schools status for 10 years. Recent accolades include Scotland’s Most Enterprising School (2021) and SCQF Silver status.
Special Features
Our inclusion provision includes an Enhanced Support Base for students with severe and complex needs, fostering thriving mainstream and support environments. We are moving to a new Passivhaus school in 2025, featuring innovative pedagogy, outdoor learning spaces, and technology to develop 21st-century skills.
Curriculum and Role
We are continually enhancing our Health and Wellbeing curriculum, including expanding pathways like the Aesthetics pathway. We seek a motivated, versatile teacher to contribute to our dynamic team.
Additional Information
Salaries follow the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff. This role involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the PVG Scheme. The successful candidate must undergo necessary checks, including an Overseas Criminal Record Check if applicable. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory clearance.
Our Commitment
We value a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can excel. We support flexible working arrangements. For application details, please refer to the advert or contact us directly.
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