Overview
Teacher Primary (7/40352M) (Temporary)
Lockerbie Primary
Unpromoted Teacher Scale £33,594 - £50,589
We are seeking to appoint a Primary 5 teacher with a commitment to raising attainment and the ability to bring out the best in every pupil. If you are looking to work in a lively and dynamic classroom environment, we want to hear from you!
At Lockerbie Primary, we have a large and supportive team, who enjoy working collaboratively. We value professional development and our practitioners are always looking for ways to improve.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and dedicated class teacher, who is a team player. They will have a knowledge of inclusive practice, patience and adaptability. We are looking for a candidate who is skilled in building relationships with their learners and providing experiences and accommodations to meet their needs.
The successful candidate will provide effective learning and teaching and should demonstrate a commitment to creating a quality learning environment. Implementing trauma informed approaches to relationships with learners. They will carry out related activities and developments following local, national and school policies under the direction of the Headteacher.
The ideal candidate will have a positive energy, be enthusiastic, have experience of supporting learners with differing needs.
This post is for 35 hours per week on a temporary basis starting in October 2025 for up to 12 months.
This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.
Requirements
Required Information
As part of the recruitment and selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form and will be read in conjunction with your application form.
Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School. The reference should be submitted prior to the closing date. The reference for this vacancy should be emailed to: gw09aitkenjoanne@ea.dumgal.sch.uk
National Pay and Leave Calculation
Please refer to important information in the attached briefing note or to www.snct.org.uk Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification.
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of Scottish Teachers' Pension Scheme, exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.
Additional Information
Interviews will take place on the 25th of September.
For further information please contact:
Joanne Aitken, Head Teacher:
Tel. 01576205180
Email: gw09aitkenjoanne@ea.dumgal.sch.uk
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