Teacher of Chemistry (Maternity Cover)

Package Description

Location: George Watson’s College, Edinburgh

Contract Type: Full time, Maternity Cover

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits: Competitive salary, reduced school fees at George Watson’s College for children of staff, Membership of the Galleon Club (the school’s fitness club)

The Role

George Watson’s College wishes to appoint a Teacher of Chemistry to cover a period of maternity leave. This post is available from December 2024 and is likely to last until December 2025. The role would be suitable for an experienced teacher or a highly able newly qualified teacher. The vacancy represents an opportunity for an outstanding practitioner to make a high profile contribution to the success of one of Scotland’s leading schools.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please include a letter of application of not more than 800 words giving us more information about you and why you would like the role, addressed to Mr Gordon Boyd, Head of Senior School.

Any specific questions relating to the advertised post can be put directly to the Head of Department, Mrs Helen Inglis by email (h.inglis@gwc.org.uk)

Candidates called for interview will be asked to teach a lesson as part of the selection process.

If you require more information about the School, please visit our school website.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 25 September 2024

Interviews are planned to take place on Friday 11 October 2024

Main Responsibilities

The person appointed will:

• maintain the Standard for Full GTCS registration. They will be required to undertake relevant Professional Learning, be observed and write up all activities in the GTCS Profile;

• work effectively as a member of the Department to facilitate outstanding teaching and learning and ensure pupils are properly prepared for examinations;

• set high expectations for all pupils, to deepen their knowledge and understanding to maximize achievement;

• prepare and provide classroom activities that are appropriate to each year group and differentiated for  learners’ needs;

• be confident of their ability to work and respond to the needs of pupils and inspire the next generation of young chemists

• develop new resources and course materials, as directed by and/or in collaboration with the Head of Chemistry;

• assess, record and report on work of pupils as required by the School, ensuring that assessments are punctual, meaningful and informative;

• attend parent evenings and communicate with parents whenever necessary and contribute effectively and positively to the corporate life and welfare of the School.

For full details of the main responsibilities, please refer to the job description

The Ideal Candidate

It is expected that the person appointed will support the wellbeing of all pupils and will:

• be a trained and qualified graduate teacher of Chemistry, registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council of Scotland;

• be an academically rigorous, dynamic creative and flexible teacher in developing new ideas and resources, as well as adapting to curriculum changes;

• be a team player with a drive for learning and teaching, who is keen to explore innovative and stimulating ways to use their passion and expertise to positively encourage the next generation;

• strengthen the existing strong team ethos in the Department

• contribute to the well being of pupils including in the role of Form Tutor or Support Form Tutor

• contribute to our diverse programme of extra-curricular and co-curricular activities, known at Watson’s as ‘enrichment’

About the school/organisation

George Watson's College sits in the heart of Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh, providing a world-class education for children and young people from Preschool to Senior 6.

We encourage our pupils to develop a love of learning through an inspiring curriculum and an extensive and inclusive enrichment programme, which are underpinned by the four values we live by: aim high, be kind, join in and respect all.

Our school is a place where pupils have the freedom to thrive, succeed, explore, perform, and grow, giving them the opportunity to discover their own limitless potential.

Preschool, junior and senior pupils all learn and play on the same 52-acre campus, where our sports facilities, music school, art department, technology building and drama studios are within walking distance.

We offer our pupils one of the widest extra-curricular programmes you will find anywhere, plus the opportunity to travel internationally during their time with us, and a broad range of learning experiences outside the classroom.

Digital technology supports and enhances learning, with every pupil encouraged to use their device where it adds real value to developing skills and critical thinking.

Our school has an enviable reputation for the breadth of opportunities pupils have to get active, with around 25 different sports available to both girls and boys. Participation, excellence, professionalism and equality are the four cornerstones of our physical education and sport department here at Watson's.

When it comes to music and drama, our pupils are given the opportunity to co-produce stunning shows, delivering memorable performances that live long beyond school days.

Most importantly, the wellbeing of our pupils matters to us more than anything else. There are various ways we support pupils to proactively manage their mental health, while a range of peer-led programmes has created a culture in which we can all play our part.

All this means that when the sun shines we celebrate the happy moments, and when it doesn't we're there to protect and support, just as our motto says: ex corde caritas - love from the heart. www.gwc.org.uk