At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire students through engaging PE lessons and lead exciting extracurricular activities.
- Company: Leith Academy, a forward-thinking school committed to health and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to inclusivity and creating a positive workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while promoting health and fitness.
- Qualifications: Passion for teaching PE and a commitment to student wellbeing.
The predicted salary is between 36159 - 54453 £ per year.
- Teacher of PE - fixed term until 29/06/2027 Leith
- Academy
Salary: £36,159 - £54,453 Hours: 35 per week Leith Academy is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic full-time teacher of PE on a Fixed term contract basis until 29th June 2027.
PE provision in the school, within the Health & Wellbeing faculty, is successful and forward thinking.
There is a wide variety of provision both curricular and extra-curricular, with excellent academic results in recent years and successful after-school initiatives.
Find out more about our school and the work we do - https://leithacademy. uk This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
You will be required to provide this check.
An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best.
We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented.
All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience.
Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www. edinburgh. gov. uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people.
We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work.
Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working.
You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Happy to talk flexible working.
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Teacher of PE - Leith Academy - 15668_1785138565 employer: CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL
The City of Edinburgh Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and empowered. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer flexible working options and a supportive culture that prioritises respect, integrity, and flexibility, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the heart of Edinburgh.
