Junior School Teacher (Maternity Cover)

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Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Full time

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits: Competitive salary, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school’s fitness club)

The Role

George Watson’s College wishes to appoint a Junior School, Primary 6 Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) on a fixed term basis frommid November 2026 until June 2027.This vacancy represent an opportunity for outstanding practitioners to make a contribution to the success of one of Scotland’s leading schools.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates called for an interview will be asked to teach a lesson as part of the selection process.

If you require more information about the School, please visit our school website.

Closing date: 11:59pm on Wednesday 16 September 2026

Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 28 September 2026.

Main Responsibilities

The person appointed will:

take responsibility for the progress of an assigned class of primary age pupils

organise the classroom and its resources to create a positive learning environment

be a positive role model at all times e.g. by demonstrating the School’s Values

be thoroughly conversant with relevant syllabuses and available teaching resources

plan, prepare and deliver lessons that cater for the needs of all the pupils in the class

motivate pupils with interesting, stimulating and imaginative lessons

prepare, assess work and give feedback to facilitate positive pupil development

assess, record and report on the work of the pupils as required by the School

foster and maintain good order and standards among pupils throughout the campus and to safeguard their health and safety

provide accurate and meaningful feedback to parents at parents’ evenings and other meetings

participate as necessary in the development of the school curriculum and to contribute constructively to the development of Junior School policies, methodology and priorities

participate in the School’s Professional Review and Development programme

maintain appropriate Career Long Professional Learning in line with the standards for full registration set by the General Teaching Council for Scotland

contribute, where appropriate, to the professional development of colleagues, including probationary and student teachers

participate in the administration and organisation of the School as deemed appropriate by the Head of the Junior School and Leadership Team

help to foster good working relationships with pupils and colleagues - teaching and support staff - in all aspects of School life

attend meetings and school functions as appropriate and to contribute positively and effectively to the corporate life and welfare of George Watson’s College

attend Open Morning and Assessment Days as appropriate

participate in the wider life of the School, contributing in at least one area to the School’s extra-curricular programme and be aware that this may include weekend sporting commitments

endeavour to play a part in the constant desire to keep George Watson’s College in the vanguard of modern education

be responsible for teaching classes across the Junior School from Preschool to Primary 7, using their skill, experience and best endeavours.

bide by the Code of Conduct for Staff at George Watson’s College

The Ideal Candidate

The person appointed will:

be a trained and qualified graduate teacher of Primary Education, registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland

have experience of teaching in the Primary School

be flexible and imaginative in developing new ideas and resources, as well as adapting to curriculum changes

have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work with colleagues from different disciplines and across both Junior and Senior Schools as well as partners from the wider community

About the school/organisation

George Watson's College sits in the heart of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh, providing a world-class education for children and young people from Preschool to Senior 6.

We encourage our pupils to develop a love of learning through an inspiring curriculum and an extensive and inclusive enrichment programme, which are underpinned by the four values we live by: aim high, be kind, join in and respect all.

Our school is a place where pupils have the freedom to thrive, succeed, explore, perform, and grow, giving them the opportunity to discover their own limitless potential.

Preschool, junior and senior pupils all learn and play on the same 52-acre campus, where our sports facilities, music school, art department, technology building and drama studios are within walking distance.

We offer our pupils one of the widest extra-curricular programmes you will find anywhere, plus the opportunity to travel internationally during their time with us, and a broad range of learning experiences outside the classroom.

Digital technology supports and enhances learning, with every pupil encouraged to use their device where it adds real value to developing skills and critical thinking.

Our school has an enviable reputation for the breadth of opportunities pupils have to get active, with around 25 different sports available to both girls and boys. Participation, excellence,professionalism and equality are the four cornerstones of our physical education and sport department here at Watson's.

When it comes to music and drama, our pupils are given the opportunity to co-produce stunning shows, delivering memorable performances that live long beyond school days.

Most importantly, the wellbeing of our pupils matters to us more than anything else. There are various ways we support pupils to proactively manage their mental health, while a range of peer-led programmes has created a culture in which we can all play our part.

All this means that when the sun shines we celebrate the happy moments, and when it doesn't we're there to protect and support, just as our motto says: ex corde caritas - love from the heart. www.gwc.org.uk