Teacher Physics and Science (Temporary) (1.0FTE)
St Joseph’s College
At St Joseph’s College, we are committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities for our students in a caring environment, focusing on building positive relationships.
Our staff are highly effective classroom teachers who are compassionate and dedicated to the attainment, achievement, and wellbeing of our learners. Through their hard work, they provide our young people with a wide range of experiences that enable them to demonstrate and develop skills for lifelong learning and the world of work.
A vacancy has arisen at St Joseph’s College for a temporary Teacher of Physics and General Science. The role involves delivering Science in the BGE and Physics in the Senior Phase. Successful candidates will also undertake teacher duties as per SNCT handbook Part 2: Section 2. We welcome interest from suitably experienced and registered primary and secondary applicants.
This is a temporary full-time position for up to 1 year (1.0 FTE). The role may be suitable for secondment; agreement from your line manager must be obtained before applying.
Our Council’s vision is to make Dumfries and Galloway the best place in Scotland to live, learn, work, visit, and grow. Our Education Service contributes to this vision through a diverse range of schools—large and small, urban and rural, partnership and all-through. Our purpose is to increase achievement, attainment, and participation for all young people aged 2-18 by maximizing opportunities for staff to develop and innovate through collaboration.
We believe in developing the autonomy of schools, Head Teachers, and staff to facilitate high-quality learning and teaching. We continue to utilize resources innovatively to build on our investment in staff and their practices, reflected in ongoing improvements in attainment, achievement, and participation.
We are committed to supporting our teachers by providing high-quality professional development opportunities.
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Dumfries and Galloway offers a rich and diverse quality of life for individuals and families, with outdoor pursuits, arts festivals, and easy access to major centers via good travel links.
If you are considering a teaching career in Dumfries and Galloway and wish to join a forward-thinking Council, we want to hear from you!
Applicants must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT, in the appropriate sector.
This post involves Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo an update check before a formal offer of employment is made.
Applicants who have resided outside the UK within the last 5 years will need to provide a police record check from the relevant authorities in their country of residence.
Required Information
Please provide ONE completed reference with your application, which will be read alongside your application form. It is your responsibility to obtain and submit this reference prior to the closing date. The reference should be emailed to: gw08officest2@glow.sch.uk
We offer an exciting benefits package, including access to the Vivup platform with discounts, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support, and wellbeing guidance. Dumfries and Galloway Council values equality, diversity, and inclusion, welcoming applications from underrepresented groups.
For further information, please contact Mrs. Bernadette Jones, Head Teacher.
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