Overview
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Full Time - 35 hours per week
Currently, Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 32 primary schools (19 of which have nurseries) and 2 stand alone nursery schools. Our special school, Saltersgate, provides support for children with a range of physical, social, emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties. The schools range in size from our smallest primary school with around 20 children to our largest secondary with over 1200 pupils. We have a diverse range of school catchments, from rural to urban settings. We are fortunate to have a growing number of new build schools, with 15 of our primary schools and 2 secondary having been built within the last 10 years and several new builds planned.
Job Description
Class Teacher £32,594 - £50,589
Fixed Term to 10 August 2026
Full Time - 35 hours per week
Hawthornden Primary is a large, modern, non-denominational school, situated in Poltonhall, Midlothian. We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing and supportive learning environment and strive to equip our children with the necessary skills for learning, life and work in the 21st Century. We promote positivity, respect, inclusion, determination and empathy, placing learners at the centre to help every child reach their highest potential.
The children in Hawthornden Primary deserve excellent staff who are forward thinking and aspirational for each child. This is a rewarding position for people with a desire to make a difference in the lives of our young people.
Applications for this post are invited from enthusiastic professionals who have the vision and energy to promote the high standards of this school.
Interviews
Interviews will be held Friday 3rd October 2025
Requirements
Pre Employment Checks/Requirements for Teaching Positions
If you are successful, our offer of employment will be conditional on satisfactory completion of pre-employment requirements, such as medical screening, two written references (one from your most recent/current employer), verification of original qualifications and eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children are essential.
General Teaching Council Scotland
Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS). For information on registration visit: www.gtcs.org.uk
Regulated Work with Children
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Successful candidates will require a PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. The cost is met by you and will be deducted from salary over set pay periods. Details on PVG Scheme fees are provided during the process. Disclosure Scotland PVG certificate access and timing information will be communicated by email.
For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit: www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
Responsibilities
If you have difficulty applying for this post or accessing attached documents, or if you have a disability and reasonable adjustment is required, please email the Recruitment Team with the post reference number.
Midlothian Council is undergoing transformation to improve service delivery. Some vacancies may involve internal considerations, including potential interviews for internal candidates before the wider pool. Applicants who are trainees in a council training programme, have a disability, or are care experienced may be eligible for a guaranteed interview if they meet essential criteria.
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