Job Description
Are you passionate about teaching, learning and inclusion with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands?
Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Physical Education to join our team at our excellently resourced Mid Yell School.
Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.
Candidates should detail in their application whether they currently hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). If not, candidates should detail in their application whether they have sought confirmation that they will be able to be registered with the GTCS.
As well as the relevant qualifications and experience, qualities we are looking for in the successful candidate are: vision, energy, initiative, good communication skills and self-discipline.
More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary attached to the bottom of this advert.
Please follow the link(s) below for further information -
Mid Yell Junior High School is a non-denominational school located in Mid Yell, Yell. It provides nursery, primary and secondary education up to S4 for children from Central, Mid and East Yell for Primary and the whole island of Yell for Secondary. The structure of the school is 1 nursery class, 2 composite primary classes and S1-4 classes. There is currently a total of 106 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher and 1 Depute Head Teacher. The current staffing complement is 18 teachers assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mr Mark Lawson. Further information can be found on the schools website at .
Additional Information
* The grade of this post is TCHR
* Salary of pay shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,859 per annum (pro rata)
* Permanent Part Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
* Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update
* You must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) prior to starting in post
* We would welcome applications from flexible route probationers
* A relocation package does apply to this post
* We will pay interview expenses from within the UK
* We are happy to talk flexible working
* FTE of Post - 1 FTE
* Class Information - P1 - S4
* Sector/Subject Specialism - Physical Education
* Qualification Requirement - GTCS registered in subject area
During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.
This post is based at Mid Yell Junior High School, Mid Yell, Shetland.
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Mark Lawson - Head Teacher - Contact on: 01595745050 or email: mark.lawson@shetland.gov.uk
If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.
Information about Shetland
Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society. The Islands have a thriving and diverse economy full of opportunities and offer residents the ideal work/life balance. Shetland combines stunning coastal landscapes and wide open spaces with friendly, bustling island communities. Factor in Shetland's impressive modern amenities, highly regarded schools and the Islands offer a work life balance rarely found elsewhere.
Find out more about:
* Teaching in Shetland: here
* Living and working in Shetland: here
* Shetland Islands Council: here