Teacher of Physics - Earlston High School - SBO10335


Company:	Scottish Borders Council
Salary:	£30,662.83 to £46,176.14 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Earlston, TD4 6JP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	26 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Details

Grade: CS0-5

Salary: £30,662.83 - £46,176.14 per annum

Hours: 29.68

Contract Duration: Temporary Sickness Cover until 18/10/2026 or the earlier return of the post holders.

Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.

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Role Purpose

To enable all young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors as part of the school team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers 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

Essential

· A teaching qualification in Physics

· Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland or Provisional Registration if Probationary period has not yet been completed.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Neil Westgarth at gw09westgarthneil@glow.sch.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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