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Teacher of Social Subjects – Geography

East Lothian Council seeks to appoint a dynamic and forward-thinking individual for the position of Teacher of Social Subjects (Geography) at Rosehill High School on the Wallyford Learning Campus. Our school opened in August 2023 to the BGE only, and is expanding rapidly, with an anticipated 600 young people (S1-S5) from August 2025.

Our new secondary learning facility is designed to support creative approaches to pedagogy, with a range of adaptive teaching spaces. Alongside up to date and digitally enabled classrooms, there is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) plaza, a Learning Resource Centre, extensive facilities to support the arts, and 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 learning for sustainability. The campus also includes a number of community spaces to support collaboration between a range of professionals and sectors.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can:

• 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 which 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.

This role is within a very strong Global Citizeship Faculty, which delivers core courses in Social Studies and Learning for Sustainability, as well as subject specialisms. Applications are particularly welcome from those with experience of leading outdoor learning programmes, such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

You can find out more about our school by visiting our website

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 \’Job Attachments\’) for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to 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

Relevant Qualifications

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: PVG member\’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

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 click on the following link:

www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo

Please Note – Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session

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.

In these circumstances, 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 should this be 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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