Teacher of English

Teacher of English – Tapinoo LLC

Job Details

Grade: CS1-5
Salary: £41,916 - £52,614 per annum

Hours:

35 per week
Contract Duration:
Temporary until 16/08/2026

Role Purpose

To enable all young people to become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors as part of the school team.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaching assigned S1‑S3 classes together with associated preparation and correction
• Support with the development of the English BGE curriculum
• Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils
• Preparing pupils for assessments 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

Health & Safety Statement – Employees

Employees must take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves, other employees and anyone else who may be affected by their work activities. Employees shall work in accordance with policies, procedures, information, instructions, and/or training received.

Other Details

This profile is indicative of the nature and level of responsibility associated with the post. It is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake such other duties as may be required by the Service Director, Children and Young People to meet the needs and responsibilities of the Service and the Council.

Essential

• A teaching qualification in English or Primary
• Full registration with The General Teaching Council for Scotland or Provisional Registration if Probationary period has not yet been completed.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Elizabeth Cameron‑Lyle by telephone or by email.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post.

All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.