Class Teacher

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Temporary maternity cover until 1st March 2027.

Monday - Friday

To start 2nd March 2026.

Campie Primary School nestles within the East Lothian town of Musselburgh to the west of the river Esk. The main building which opened in 1919 contains fourteen classrooms and a gym hall. An open‑plan area, currently our nursery, a dining‑room and a school kitchen opened in 1973. Further building added a library, a computer suite, a lift, a third staircase and six new classrooms.

The team consists of a HT, 2x DHTs, 1x PT and fourteen classes from P1-P7.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing class teacher to join our team as a P3 teacher at Campie.

• To undertake class‑teaching duties
• Teach assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction.
• Develop the school curriculum.
• Assess, record and report on the work of pupils.
• Prepare pupils for examinations and assist with their administration.
• Provide advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education.
• Promote and safeguard the health, welfare and safety of pupils.
• Work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
• Undertake appropriate and agreed Career Long Professional Development (CLPL).
• Participate in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review.
• Contribute towards good order and the wider needs of the school.

Relevant Qualifications

• Appropriate primary qualification.
• Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General).
• Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration.

PVG Membership

This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.

PVG Membership Update

All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.

We note that PVG member records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.

Overseas Criminal Record Check

If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the  website.

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Please Note – Pay Arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session

In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT – Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay.

In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable.

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Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Temporary

Job function:
Education

Industries:
Education