Teacher of Physics (Part-time, Fixed Term Contract)

Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Part time, Fixed term contract until April 2027

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits: Competitive salary, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school’s fitness club), access to a wide range of employee benefits.

George Watson’s College wishes to appoint a part time teacher of Physics on a temporary basis until April 2027. The vacancy represents an opportunity for an outstanding practitioner to make a high profile contribution to the success of one of Scotland’s leading schools. The post would be suitable for a probationary teacher.

Any specific questions relating to the advertised post can be put directly to Mr Iain Lawrie, Head of Department by emailing: i.lawrie@gwc.org.uk

Candidates called for 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 Thursday 22 October 2026.

Interviews are scheduled to take place in the week commencing 2 November 2026.

The person appointed will:

• maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration. They will be required to undertake relevant CPD, be observed and write up all activities in the GTCS Profile
• work effectively as a member of the department to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning and ensure pupils are properly prepared for examinations
• set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding to maximise achievement
• prepare and provide activities that are appropriate to each year group and suitable for learners’ needs
• be confident of their ability to work and respond to the needs of pupils and inspire the next generation of adults
• develop new resources and course materials, as directed by and/or in collaboration with the other staff in the department
• assess, record and report on work of pupils as required by the School, ensuring that assessments are punctual, meaningful and informative
• contribute to the extra-curricular like of the School
• attend parent evenings and communicate with parents whenever necessary and contribute effectively and positively to the corporate life and welfare of the School
• act as a Form Tutor and/or S6 Tutor as required, carrying out the administrative, pastoral and advisory responsibilities of these roles.

The person appointed will:

• be a trained and qualified graduate teacher of Physics, registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council of Scotland;
• be an academically rigorous, dynamic creative and flexible teacher in developing new ideas and resources, as well as adapting to curriculum changes;
• be a team player with a drive for learning and teaching, who is keen to explore innovative and stimulating ways to use their passion and expertise to positively encourage the next generation;
• strengthen the existing strong team ethos in the department.

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