Principal Teacher of Maths, Kirkwall Grammar School

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Kirkwall Grammar School

Principal Teacher of Maths

35 hours per week (1.0FTE)
Temporary maternity cover up to 19 December 2025

KGS is a modern, vibrant school of over 900 pupils with a catchment area which covers Kirkwall, the East Mainland, Orphir and the North Isles.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher/leader who is committed to improvement and excellence. You will be joining departments and other teams of staff who are dedicated to providing the best for all young people. Our school has a wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer including drama, music, and sport.

You will be able to teach all aspects of the relevant subject across all stages. You will be joining a highly successful team, in a recently built and well-resourced school.

The Maths Department offers courses at all levels of the curriculum including National courses, Higher and Advanced Higher in Maths as well as Applications of Maths at National 4 And National 5.

For more details on the school, visit www.kgsorkney.com.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

You must be registered, or in the process of registering, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

Salary will be based on Point 5 of the Principal Teacher Scale of the SNCT Salary Tables plus a Distant Islands Allowance. We offer a generous relocation package.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Neil Ewing, Depute Head Teacher, tel: 01856 872102 or e-mail neil.ewing@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk.

Closing Date: Sunday 29 September 2024

Please note that interview and relocation expenses will be paid for this post, in accordance with Council Policy.