Class Teacher, Tulloch Primary School, Perth - Internal

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Class Teacher (Fixed Term until 25 October 2026) - PKC14068
£36,159 - £54,453
Tulloch Primary School, Perth

Please note: Only existing employees of Perth & Kinross Council may apply.

At Tulloch Primary School we aim to create an ethos where we encourage one another, build on values and promote a spirit of courage and compassion. We aim to provide and maintain a safe and nurturing environment in which pupils are happy and can reach their full potential. We are an inner city school in Perth with a total of 395 pupils across 14 mainstream classes, 2 ISP classes and a term time nursery.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed class teacher to join our nurturing team on a fixed term basis teaching Primary 7. This post is initially guaranteed for one term; however, there is potential for the appointment to be extended.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurturing, ambitious school community where we ensure that our values of 'Courage and Compassion' are at the heart of our practice.

As Class Teacher you will:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality learning experiences across the curriculum.
• Support the wellbeing and inclusion of all learners through nurturing approaches.
• Contribute to school improvement priorities, including learner participation, outdoor learning and raising attainment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and partners to support positive outcomes for children.
• Demonstrate a commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional learning.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

We are looking for a teacher who:

• Is passionate about improving outcomes for all learners.
• Demonstrates strong classroom practice and effective differentiation.
• Has a sound understanding of Curriculum for Excellence.
• Values teamwork and contributes positively to school life.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with children and families.
• Is committed to inclusive practice and equity.

 

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share.

Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here's what we can offer you:

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Sarah Cowmeadow, Head Teacher at Tulloch@pkc.gov.uk to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current Head Teacher.

Internal applicants applying for secondment must obtain line manager approval through the secondment form available under My Forms – Secondment Request Form on MyView. Please note that secondment requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.

GTCS registration is required.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.