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Ref no:
ORK06757
Published:
24/02/2023
Closes:
16/04/2023
Location:
Kirkwall Grammar School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1QN
Salary:
£30,654 - £44,877 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
35 hours per week

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EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING
Kirkwall Grammar School

Teacher of Physics/General Science

35 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
Permanent (starting 21 August 2023)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher 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.

You will be able to teach Physics to senior phase pupils and prepare them for exams. You will also be enthusiastic and knowledgeable in your delivery of Science to junior phase pupils, where interdisciplinary learning is encouraged. You will be joining a highly successful team and well-resourced school. The school is housed in a new 21st century building that has theatre and sports facilities that are used to enhance the learning experience of our pupils.

The school enjoys good relations with local businesses and industry with many senior pupils taking advantage of the opportunity to participate in work experience programmes. Orkney is sector leading in Renewable energy generation and opportunities for collaboration exist in this area. A wide range of extra-curricular activities including drama, music and sport are available to pupils.

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

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

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.

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

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 16 April 2023

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

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