Teacher of Modern Studies Criminology Academy

Overview

Teacher of Modern Studies with Criminology at Leith Academy. This full‑time, permanent position is part of the Social Subjects Faculty, covering S1 Social Subjects, S2 and S3 Modern Studies, N4/5 Modern Studies, N5 and Higher Sociology.

Salary: £35,022 – £52,740.

Hours:

35 per week.

• Plan, deliver and assess lessons across the modern studies curriculum, including Social Subjects in S1, Modern Studies in S2–S3, N4/5 Modern Studies, N5 and Higher Sociology.
• Embed digital literacy into teaching using a variety of digital methodologies.
• Support students in developing a portfolio of skills, experiences and qualifications to prepare them for post‑school options.

• Qualified teacher of modern studies or a related subject, with recent experience of teaching in a secondary school.
• Informed about modern study and sociology curriculum and able to provide challenging and creative learning experiences.
• Proven commitment to embedding digital literacy in the classroom.
• Required to join the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) scheme or provide an updated check. A recent overseas criminal record check is also required for those who have spent 3 months or more abroad in the last 5 years.
• Commitment to the school's values of diversity, fairness, honesty and respect.

This role is regulated work with children and protected adults. Salaries will be based on the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education. Leith Academy encourages applications from women, minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care‑experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience.

Leith Academy is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide a guaranteed interview to disabled and care‑experienced candidates who meet the minimum job criteria.