Class Teacher (PT Management Time), Firth Primary School

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Class Teacher (PT Management Time)

Firth Primary School

3.5 hours per week

We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible

Permanent

£38,019 - £55,737 pro rata

The above amounts include Distant Islands Allowance.

You will be reporting to the Head Teacher.

The purpose of this role is to teach assigned classes and associated duties.

Firth Primary School is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and supportive learning environment for all. We strive to equip our children with the necessary skills for learning, skills for life and skills for work in the 21st Century. As an inclusive school our vision is to learn to be our best together. Our ethos is based on a Ready, Respectful, Safe provision and we promote our values through this. We place our learners at the centre and strive to ensure that all children achieve their highest potential.

There is a strong sense of teamwork and staff are given opportunities to lead developments from our School Improvement Plan. Staff regularly self-evaluate, reflect and make action plans to drive forward improvement. Children are consulted through pupil focus groups to improve the pupil voice within all areas of the curriculum and school community.

In our schools in Orkney, it is our mission to make positive meaningful changes in the lives of young people. We aim to provide an exceptional learning and working environment for pupils and staff and work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.

You should be enthusiastic and show a commitment and desire to continually improve the quality of learning and teaching.

The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.

This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.

Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information.

Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy.

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 26 April 2026 with shortlisting and interviews taking place shortly after.

For a discussion about the role, contact Emma Jane Rendall at emmajane.rendall@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk or on 01856 761212

We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.