Teacher of Mathematics - Musselburgh Grammar School & Knox Academy - EAL11656
| Posting date: | 22 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £33,594.00 to £50,589.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Various Locations In East Lothian, EH41 3HA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | East Lothian Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | EAL11656 |
Summary
Vacancy Information
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start asap.
Applications will be accepted from those wishing to be considered for this role on a part-time basis. If you are applying for this role on a part time basis, please tell us in the Additional Information section of the application form.
A vacancy has arisen for a dynamic, creative, forward-thinking and skilled teacher of Maths, who has a proven track record in inspiring interest and raising attainment in this area of the curriculum. The vacancy spans two secondary schools - Musselburgh Grammar School (Mon-Weds) and Knox Academy (Thurs-Fri) - thus making a full-time, 35h position. Musselburgh Grammar School will accept applications from candidates wishing to work a part-time pattern only. Please state your preferred working pattern in your application.
The successful candidate will:
- Be suitably qualified and possess a wide interest in all aspects of education
- Have a sound knowledge of current national/local curricular developments, and learning and teaching theory and practice
- Deliver consistently high quality learning, teaching and assessment through inclusive pedagogical approaches
- Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support
- Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning, with a focus on improving outcomes for young people
Musselburgh Grammar School is a comprehensive school with approximately 800 pupils ranging from 12 to 18, and has over 60 staff in total. Our vision is ‘Striving for Excellence – Caring for All.’ Our pupil-centred approach and ambition for young people is also reflected in our school values of Honesty, Determination and Respect. Continuing to improve attainment and achievement is our key objective, along with ensuring that our young people develop all the skills required for a positive and successful life after school.
The successful applicant will join our committed STEM Mathematics and Numeracy faculty in making a real difference in closing the attainment gap.
Knox Academy is a comprehensive school situated in Haddington in East Lothian, with a school roll of approx. 925. Our school values are Ambition, Respect and Community, and we live out these values to ensure all our learners feel included and valued. We aim to support all our learners to reach their potential and ultimately leave to a positive destination. We strive to be the best we can, in all that we do for our learners, and to give them a high quality educational experience.
Our curriculum provides a full range of subjects from S1-S6, and our young people are encouraged to access the extensive and varied menu of extra-curricular activities on offer. There is a proud tradition of excellent education in Haddington and the young people, staff and parents/carers of the school work hard to continue this.
For more information, please contact:
Jodie Hannan (Head Teacher, Musselburgh Grammar School)
Sue Cook (Head Teacher, Knox Academy)
Job Details
Teaching relevant subject through S1-S6.
Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers, promoted and unpromoted, are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories-
Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
Developing the school curriculum
Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils
Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals
Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review
Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject
Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General)
Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration
PVG Membership
This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo
Please Note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session
In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay.
In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable.
East Lothian Council Secondary Schools
Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools
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