Vacancy Information
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start 11th August 2025 or ASAP.
For posts starting August, applications are welcome from current probationers pending attainment of full registration with the GTCS.
Preston Lodge High School is a non-denominational secondary school serving the communities of Cockenzie, Port Seton, Longniddry, and Prestonpans. Our roll is currently 1062, and the school is very easily commutable from Edinburgh.
In our recent inspection, the strong relationships between staff and students, our calm learning culture, and the pride students have in their school were all highlighted. However, a number of important improvement needs were identified, too, and we are now working hard to address them.
Our motivated staff, along with our students, parents, carers, and the community we serve, are working hard to further improve all aspects of our school. We are a happy school, and new staff report very positively on our school's culture and ethos.
We are increasingly exploring alternative awards for young people. For example, we are a big user of the Open University's Young Applicants in Scottish Schools scheme and have an increasing number of students participating in Youth Achievement Awards.
Our friendly and committed Modern Languages team have navigated considerable staff changes in recent years, and this is an exciting time to be joining the team. We are regrouping and are about to reconsider our Modern Languages offer, with an emphasis on expansion.
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:
1. Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction
2. Developing the school curriculum
3. Assessing, recording, and reporting on the work of pupils
4. Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration
5. Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education
6. Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare, and safety of pupils
7. Working in partnership with parents, support staff, and other professionals
8. Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development
9. Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement, and individual review
10. 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.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications:
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject
PVG Membership:
This post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
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.
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 recalculated.
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