Teacher of English
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Temporary until 26th June 2026. Monday – Wednesday, start ASAP.
East Lothian Council seeks to appoint a dynamic and forward‑thinking individual for the position of Teacher of English/Literacy at Rosehill High School on the Wallyford Learning Campus. Our school opened in August 2023. We currently have around 600 pupils in S1‑S5, with further fast‑paced expansion anticipated.
Our secondary learning facility supports creative approaches to pedagogy, with adaptive teaching spaces, a STEAM plaza, a Learning Resource Centre, extensive arts facilities, a state‑of‑the‑art sport and leisure complex. Learning and teaching on the campus go beyond the traditional classroom and encompass outdoor learning and sustainability. The campus also includes community spaces to support collaboration.
This post is within our Languages and Literacy faculty, which includes Media and Modern Languages as well as English and Literacy. We are willing to consider applications from appropriately qualified secondary, primary, or transition teachers. The role includes a specific focus on literacy interventions for targeted groups.
* Deliver consistently high quality learning, teaching and assessment through inclusive pedagogical approaches.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues to drive forward school improvement with an evidence‑based mindset and an awareness of educational theory and research.
* Contribute to an exciting and challenging curriculum that demonstrates coherence and progression, and meets the needs of all learners.
* Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support.
* Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning with a focus on improving outcomes for young people.
The successful candidate will be at the forefront of a growing school community and have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a brand new place of learning, in which everyone can thrive.
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 for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You must refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every ‘essential’ criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘East Lothian Way’ – values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject.
* Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General).
* Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration.
PVG Membership
This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please visit the following link: https://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo
Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of the school session are as follows: In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year) recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay. A calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate if applicable.
East Lothian Council Secondary Schools – Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools.
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