Vacancy Information
Principal Teacher – Salary PT point 7 (£71,649 per annum)
Temporary maternity cover until 27 February 2027
Days and Hours: Monday – Friday
Commencing 4 May 2026
About Musselburgh Grammar School
Musselburgh Grammar School is a vibrant secondary school serving the town of Musselburgh and the nearby village of Whitecraig. With around 800 pupils aged 12 to 18 and over 60 staff, the school is determined to ensure every young person receives the very best education. The school values honesty, determination and respect and continues to record excellent exam results year on year.
Opportunity – Extended Leadership Team
We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated teacher who is passionate about education, eager to work with young people and ready to move into a temporary full‑time Curriculum Leader role. The fixed‑term maternity cover appointment runs from May 2026 until mid‑February 2027. Secondments are welcome, but candidates must have the support of their Head Teacher before submitting their application. Interviews will be held in the week beginning 23 February.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the strategic improvement and day‑to‑day operations of the Humanities faculty
* Write, lead and evaluate the Humanities Faculty Improvement Plan
* Ensure the highest attainment of all pupils in the Humanities faculty
* Contribute to achieving the School Improvement Plan priorities
* Lead an identified whole‑school remit
* Foster strong and motivating partnerships with pupils, staff, parents, partners and the wider community
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* Full GTCS registration in a Social Subject
* Proven, impactful experience within a secondary school
* Evidence of continued professional development
Job Details
As a Principal Teacher and member of the school’s management team, you will perform such tasks as the Head Teacher/Depute Head Teacher directs, having reasonable regard to the overall workload of a classroom teacher. Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You must ensure you meet every ‘essential’ criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please visit the council website. We do not accept CVs by mail or electronically; all vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the online application form.
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