Job Description Grade: CS1-5 Salary: £9,103.38 - £11,426.58 per annum Hours: 7.7 Contract Duration: Temporary Please click the link below to watch our Inspire Learning video: https://www.apple.com/education/k12/success-stories/scottish-borders Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland. Please note interviews will be held on 28th January 2026 Role Purpose • Teach assigned class together with associated preparation and correction • Play a part in developing school curriculum as appropriate to the School Improvement Plan and other identified areas • Assess, record and report on the work of pupils • Provide advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education • Promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils • Work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals • Undertake appropriate and agreed continuing professional development • Participate in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual pupil review • Contribute to community and corporate aspects of school life Essential • A degree (B.Ed/PGCE/PGDE) or Diploma in Primary Teaching • Full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (or an assurance that full registration will be forthcoming) Informal Enquiries Informal enquiries may be made to Adam Lindsay at Adam.Lindsay@scotborders.gov.uk. Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit. Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.