Teacher

Reference Number SIC003238

Subject to the policies of the school and the education service 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. 

This post is based at Dunrossness Primary School.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Lesley Simpson, Head Teacher on 01595 745440 or lesley.simpson2@shetland.gov.uk

Please follow the links below for further information on Dunrossness Primary School and Shetland Islands Council.
www.dunrossness.shetland.sch.uk 
www.shetland.gov.uk

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is Grade TCHR.
• Salary shown is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance (£1,928 per annum).
• Temporary Full-Time post for 35 hours per week for 39 weeks per year plus 8 weeks paid holiday to be taken in the school holidays. 
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG Scheme) or undergo a PVG Scheme update
• Applicants must complete a Criminal Convictions Declaration form.
• You must have full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).
• A relocation package does not apply to this post.
• We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland.
• Not suitable for remote working.
• Please be advised that for all Posts working with children or vulnerable adults, references must be sought prior to interview.

Closing Date:  Sunday 9 November 2014 
Proposed Interview Date: Monday 24 November 2014