Teacher of Mathematics, Bertha Park High School, Perth

Job Description

Teacher of Mathematics (Fixed Term for up to 12 Months) - PKC12138
£33,594 - £50,589
Bertha Park High School, Perth

A temporary vacancy has become available as Teacher of Mathematics at Bertha Park High School.

This post is covering maternity leave and applications will be well received from candidates who are secondary specialists or primary trained and have a particular interest in numeracy and mathematics.

This is a full time post, however we can consider applicants looking for part time hours.

As the successful candidate, you must demonstrate the ability to motivate and engage with young people and show that they fully understand the values and principles of the Curriculum.  

The post holder will be a creative and resourceful individual with the ability to challenge traditional teaching practices as we seek to develop the department in a technology-rich environment.  

Ideally experienced in a variety of digital learning resources, you will be able to enhance the learning experience of pupils through the development of engaging activities which enthuse those in your classroom.

The Individual

You will be a teacher who can demonstrate a proven track record in achieving better outcomes for a range of learners.

You must be able to demonstrate the ability to motivate, engage and earn the trust of young people as you support their individual and collective needs.
 
You will be a dynamic and enthusiastic individual, keen to take on new challenges and work creatively with new technologies.
 
Can you make a difference to the future lives of the children and young people in Perth & Kinross?

Do you have aspirations to be one of our next leaders in education?

If so, we have an opportunity you will not want to miss as a Teacher of Mathematics at Bertha Park High School.

For further information about this post, please contact Bobby Cochran, Principal Teacher of Mathematics on 01738 452300 or at BerthaparkHSP@pkc.gov.uk

When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details for two 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.

Please APPLY ONLINE.  Facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross.  If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.

As part of our safer recruitment measures, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of mandatory checks including eligibility to work in the UK, Disclosure Scotland or PVG, qualifications, references, and fitness to undertake the post.  This may also include an Overseas Criminal Records Check if you have spent time living overseas.

A healthy work life balance is important to Perth & Kinross Council and we provide supportive management and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work life balance.  You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender. 

Perth & Kinross Council welcomes 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.

At PKC our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of the Perth and Kinross Offer.  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 PKC and you could soon be joining our team!

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What we can do for you

If you are successful in a role with Perth & Kinross Council, you will have access to a range of benefits to help your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.