Teacher of Physical Education - Brae High School, Mossbank and Ollaberry Primary Schools - SIC07520
Shetland Islands Council, Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Teacher of Physical Education - Brae High School, Mossbank and Ollaberry Primary Schools - SIC07520
£30,001 - £40,000
Shetland Islands Council, Lerwick, Shetland Islands
- Full time
- Permanent
Posted 1 week ago, 4 Oct | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: 20-10-2024 (In 7 days)
job Ref: SIC07520
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Teacher of Physical Education
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?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Teacher of Physical Education to join our team at our excellently resourced Brae High School, Mossbank Primary School and Ollaberry Primary 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.
Brae High School is a non-denominational school located in Brae. It provides early years, primary and secondary education up to S6 for children from the north mainland of Shetland. The structure of the school is Early Years, P1-P7 which includes composites, and S1-6 classes. There is currently a total of 330 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a Head Teacher and 2 Depute Head Teachers. The current Head Teacher is Logan Nicolson. Further information can be found on the schools website at https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/sh/brae/.
Mossbank Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Mossbank. It provides nursery to P7 education for children from Mossbank, Firth and Toft. The structure of the school is 1 nursery class and 2 composite primary classes. There is currently a total of 58 pupils on the roll. The school is managed by a teaching Head Teacher. The current staffing complement is 2 teachers assisted by support staff as required to meet school demands. The current Head Teacher is Mrs Jennifer Christie. Further information can be found on the schools website at http://www.mossbank.shetland.sch.uk/.
Ollaberry Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Ollaberry, Northmavine. It provides primary education for children from Ollaberry and surrounding areas. The structure of the school is 1 multi-composite class with all children from primary 1-7. There is currently a total of 18 pupils on the school roll. The school is managed by a teaching Headteacher, Mrs Hannah Johnson. The current staffing complement is 1 teacher assisted by support staff. Further information can be found on the school website http://www.ollaberry.shetland.sch.uk/ or by phoning the school on .
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.
Additional Information
- The grade of this post is TCHR
- Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,742 per annum
- Permanent Full 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 check prior to a formal offer of employment being made
- 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 not apply to this post
- We will pay interview expenses from within Shetland
- We are happy to talk flexible working
- FTE of Post - 1.0
- Class Information - Primary and Secondary, 3-18 years
- Sector/Subject Specialism - Physical Education
- Qualification Requirement - GTCS
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 Brae High School, Mossbank Primary School and Ollaberry Primary School
For further details relating to this post, please contact: Logan Nicolson, Head Teacher, Tel - , Email - Logan.Nicolson@shetland.gov.uk
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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.
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