Teacher of Geography and DoE - Oldmachar Academy - ABC

Job Purpose

To deliver quality education to assigned pupils and contribute to the professional, corporate life of the school in relation to pupils, staff and appropriate external bodies within the agreements of the SNCT.

Oldmachar Academy

Permanent, Full Time

Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £31,505 per annum / £17.31 per hour)).

The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee’s first full month’s salary payment.

In addition to teaching Geography, you will deliver and support the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, including pupil training, preparation and supervised participation in expeditions. Responsibilities relate to planning and running activities with students in line with school policies and DofE guidelines.

• Appropriate teaching qualification
• Full GTC (Scotland) registration in the appropriate subject/sector, or be eligible for such registration
• PVG scheme membership – Working with Children

• Standard for Full Registration (please click on this link)

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