Physics Teacher (Permanent) in Newton Stewart

The Douglas Ewart High School is a six-year comprehensive, non-denominational Secondary school, serving the area of Wigtownshire called the Machars and is one of fifteen secondary schools in Dumfries and Galloway. The current school roll is 600. There are 10 associated primary schools, ranging from small rural communities to larger town schools. The school benefits from an active and well-established Parent Council who are supportive of the school and work collaboratively to ensure the school is an integral part of its community.

The supportive management structure consists of a Headteacher, three Depute Headteachers and a School Support Manager. The Douglas Ewart High School has a motivated staff and an extensive campus. The school has extensive playing fields and sports facilities, with the Merrick Leisure Centre (which includes a swimming pool) integrated within the campus. It also has exceptionally strong links with the Youth Work Services team based within the school which ensures every child has the opportunity to develop extra-curricular activities.

The Douglas Ewart High School is situated in a picturesque rural environment. The area is a popular holiday destination with access to hills, lochs and beaches. The school is located in the market town of Newton Stewart (with a population of 4,000) and sits just off the A75 Euroroute which links Ireland to South West Scotland and England. The main local industries are agriculture, forestry, and tourism. The town hosts a local livestock market, and a number of services to support the farming industry.

Newton Stewart has a thriving and very active community which prides itself on the variety of clubs and associations within the area covering various sports & hobbies to suit a wide range of interests and ages. 7Stanes Mountain Biking trails are 4 miles away and Wigtown - Scotland's National Booktown is just 6 miles from the school.

Good housing is affordable. The area is easy to reach by car from Dumfries (50 miles), Ayr (44 miles) and Stranraer (25 miles). Dumfries and Galloway's approach to Education looks to combine the traditional values, ethos and atmosphere of this unique corner of Scotland with fresh 21st Century thinking. Our authority has been recognised as having a clear focus on building staff skills to improve learning and teaching, raise attainment and develop strong leadership at all levels.

Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector. A significant relocation package of up to £5000 may be available to the successful candidate (Permanent positions only). This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School.

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.