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Ref no:
ORK09830
Published:
23/10/2025
Closes:
09/11/2025
Location:
Kirkwall Grammar School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1QN
Salary:
£36,453 - £53,448 per year pro rata
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Part Time
Hours:
31.5 hours per week

Advert

EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES, AND HOUSING

Kirkwall Grammar School

Teacher of Modern Languages (French and/or Spanish)

31.5 hours per week (0.9 FTE)

Permanent

KGS is a modern, vibrant school of around 850 pupils with a catchment area which covers Kirkwall, the East Mainland, Orphir and the North and South Isles. You will be joining departments and other teams of staff who are dedicated to providing the best for all young people.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who is committed to improvement and excellence. You will be able to build positive relationships with young people and support them effectively to make progress and achieve their potential.

Modern Foreign Languages are taught from the Broad General Education through to Advanced Higher level. You will be able to teach at least one of French/Spanish; ability to teach both will be an advantage.

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

You must hold at least provisional registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

This post is subject to a Level 2 Disclosure Check with PVG for working in a regulated role with children.

Salary will be based on the Main Grade 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 Ben Pesci, Principal Teacher of Modern Languages on 01856 872102 or email ben.pesci@glow.orkneyschools.org.uk

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 9th November 2025

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

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