Vacancy Information
Days Of Work
Monday, Tuesday, & one other day that will be negotiable.
To start 11th August 2025.
Job Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Spanish/French teacher. The post is an August start. Working days will be Monday/Tuesday with a 3rd day negotiable (not Friday).
About Ross High School
Ross High School is a co-educational, non-denominational school situated in Tranent, East Lothian, approximately 12 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. The school roll is currently 1200 pupils, although this is due to increase significantly over the next few years. The school has good facilities for students and is continually looking for ways to broaden the learning environment out with the school, working together with partners within the community.
Ross High School has been designated as the ELC provision for pupils of secondary age who have Complex Support Needs. The school has significant strengths; however, its motto 'Ad Meliora - Towards Better' states clearly the willingness to improve. The school has clear Aims and Values, including the Mission Statement 'Excellence for Everyone'. Inclusion in all aspects of learning is at the heart of them all. The school strives to offer the highest quality of learning and teaching, support, and preparation for the next phase in their lives. The school also has a Code of Conduct as well as a Code of Learning. The school ethos is built on these three key documents. An Expected Standards document has been introduced to all classes to ensure consistent high quality of learning and teaching across the school.
Ross High School also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities that allow pupils to develop their skills beyond the classroom.
Job Details
Teaching relevant subjects 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.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Registered with GTCS as a teacher of the relevant subject.
Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General)
Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration.
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. 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.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information, please click on the following link:
www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo
If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on.
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