Teacher of Geography and Modern Studies in Ellesmere Port

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job – it’s about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of everything we do and offers opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. We currently have the following opportunity: Teacher of Geography and Modern Studies 0.8FTE (Fixed Term for up to 12 Months – Maternity Cover) – PKC13971 £36,159 – £54,453 (pro‑rate). Perth Academy. You have the opportunity to join our Social Subjects team.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction.
• Developing the school curriculum led by your Principal Teacher.
• Assisting, recording and reporting on pupil progress.
• Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration.
• Providing advice and guidance to pupils on educational matters.
• Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils, including fulfilling the role of Home Room Tutor.
• 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.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

Drive and enthusiasm with a willingness to go above and beyond are essential attributes for the successful candidate in this large and thriving school community.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share. Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours.

Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team! Here’s what we can offer you:

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement.
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher's Pension Scheme.
• Family‑friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework.
• Access to a range of benefits.

We recognise that flexible working can be beneficial and, where individual roles allow, we support this. A healthy work‑life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. All new employees have a four‑month probationary period.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and encourage you to get in touch with Eleanor Paul, Head Teacher, at 01738 458000 or via PerthAcademy@pkc.gov.uk to find out more. We welcome applications from everyone and, as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team at (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments.

Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. Diversity is important to us and we welcome applications from all backgrounds, including former armed forces personnel/resources. Many of the skills acquired during a military career can be directly transferred to a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is a regulated role. Under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years and are over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. GTCS registration is required. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to mandatory pre‑employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, relevant qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.