Vacancy Information
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start 11th August .
Applications will be accepted from those wishing to be considered for this role on a part-time basis. If you are applying for this role on a part time basis, please tell us in the Additional Information section of the application form.
Musselburgh Grammar School is a vibrant and ambitious secondary, serving the town of Musselburgh and the nearby village of Whitecraig. The Musselburgh community is strong, lively and loyal and our school sits proudly at the heart of it. Musselburgh is the largest town in East Lothian with easy access to the City Bypass and is only 5 miles east of Edinburgh city centre with excellent bus and train links.
We are a fully comprehensive school with approximately pupils ranging in age from 12 to 18, and over 60 staff in total. Our vision is one of ambition and inspiration, and consistent with our school’s motto of ‘Striving for Excellence – Caring for All.’ We are determined to ensure that every young person receives the very best at MGS, so we're constantly innovating and looking for new ideas to improve our young people's experience.
Our pupil-centred approach and ambition for young people is also reflected in our school values of Honesty, Determination and Respect. Continuing to improve attainment and achievement is our key objective, along with ensuring that our young people develop all the skills required for a positive and successful life after school, and we continue to record excellent exam results year on year.
We are in an exciting time of change and improvement, and this is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, creative, forward thinking and skilled teacher, who has a proven track record in inspiring interest and raising attainment in Maths & Numeracy. The successful applicant will join our committed STEM Mathematics and Numeracy faculty in making a real difference in closing the attainment gap.
Applications from candidates wishing to work full-time or part-time are welcome. Please state your preferred working arrangements in your application.
Please contact Jodie Hannan, Headteacher, for more information.
Job Details
Teaching relevant subject through S1-S6.
Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers, promoted and unpromoted, are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories-
Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
Developing the school curriculum
Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under '