Teacher of Science and Biology - Anderson High School
Are you passionate about teaching, learning and inclusion with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Science and Biology to join our team at our excellently resourced Anderson High School, Lerwick.
Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.
Anderson High School is a six year school, serving the Shetland community, with our associated primary schools of Bell’s Brae, Hamnavoe, Nesting, Scalloway, Sound, Tingwall and Whiteness.
In August 2024, 1028 pupils were enrolled at Anderson High School. The Head Teacher is Mr Robin Calder.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary.
Candidates should detail in their application whether they currently hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). If not, candidates should detail in their application whether they have sought confirmation that they will be able to be registered with the GTCS.
As well as the relevant qualifications and experience, qualities we are looking for in the successful candidate are: vision, energy, initiative, good communication skills and self-discipline.
Additional Information:
* The grade of this post is TCHR
* Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,859 per annum (pro rata)
* Permanent Full Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
* Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
* You must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) prior to starting in post
* We would welcome applications from flexible route probationers
* A relocation package does apply to this post
* We will pay interview expenses from within the UK
* We are happy to talk flexible working
* FTE of Post - 1
* Class Information - S1-S9
* Sector/Subject Specialism - Science and Biology
* Qualification Requirement - GTCS
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Robin Calder, Head Teacher, Telephone on 01595 808008 or email Robin.Calder@shetland.gov.uk
Information About Shetland: Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society.
* Teaching in Shetland
* Living and working in Shetland
* Shetland Islands Council
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