Total 411 Education / Training job vacancies in Edinburgh, Scotland

Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Instrumental Music Instructor - Bagpipe/Chanter
Various Schools

Salary: £35,190 - £46,773 (pro-rata for part time)
Hours: 19.60 per week (0.56FTE, 2 days and a morning)

This is an exciting opportunity to teach in various schools across Edinburgh and be part of a dynamic and friendly service. We are looking for a highly skilled Instrumental Music Instructor, who is passionate and driven, to provide excellent learning experiences for pupils on both bagpipe and chanter. The successful candidate will have experience in instrumental teaching, with a sound knowledge of the current curriculum, preparing pupils for SQA and external exams, as well as working with groups and ensembles.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Support for Learning Teacher - Fixed term until 26/06/2025
Forrester High School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 14.84 per week (Monday, Tuesday)

The successful candidate will be capable of inspiring students and have a firm belief in the potential of all students.

Forrester High School strives to ensure that all young people have access to tailored learning pathways that meet their needs. We will work closely to ensure our learners know how to progress their learning. This will enable them to gain the skills, experiences and qualifications they need to achieve a successful, positive and sustained destination on leaving school.

The school is firmly committed to raising attainment and promoting achievement. This is a whole school priority in the improvement plan and reflects local CEC and national priorities.

Forrester High School is a state of the art PPP school opened in January 2010. All classrooms are fully equipped to a very high standard.

Since 2012, the school has rolled out iPads to the senior phase to help improve their learning in the classroom and at home. As a 1:1 computing school, all teachers have the latest Apple technology which includes teacher iPads and Apple TV’s in every classroom.

Sports facilities are exceptional and include Games Halls, Gym, Swimming Pool, Fitness Suite, 3G and 2G artificial pitches as well as conventional grass pitches for both rugby and football.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Job Description

CF Children, Education and Justice Services

Support For Learning Teacher
Davidson’s Mains Primary School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 (pro-rata for part time)
Hours: 22.74 per week - Tuesday-Thursday

Davidson’s Mains Primary is a non-denominational school situated within the Royal High School catchment area in the north west of Edinburgh.

The staff consists of a Head Teacher, two Depute Head Teachers, a Principal Teacher, 22 class teachers, 2 part time Additional Support for Learning Teachers and a part-time Specialist Teacher of PE and instructors of violin, cello and brass. In the nursery there are 2 Senior Early Years Officers, 4 Early Years Officers, 12 Early Years Practitioners, 5 Early Years Assistants, 2 Early Years Domestics and a part-time administrator. Our support staff includes a Business Manager, School Administrator, Clerical Assistant, Facilities Officer, a Pupil Support Officer, P1 Early Years Practitioner and 16 Pupil Support Assistants.

Strong links have been established with The Royal High learning community. The school has an active PSA and a supportive Parent Council. Children take part in a wide range of sporting and creative activities after school, led by Active Schools Coaches and staff.

We are actively looking to recruit a Support for Learning Teacher to join our Team. The successful candidate will work as part of our dynamic staff team who aim to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where successes are celebrated and best efforts inspired.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Head Teacher
Niddrie Mill Primary School

Salary: £81,579
Hours: 35 per week

Please see attached Niddrie Mill Primary School Head Teacher recruitment pack and school website:    https://niddriemill.wordpress.com/

Please note, for candidates that are invited for Short Leet there will be a virtual assessment centre consisting of three written tasks.

The Standard for Headship is now an essential requirement for this post. If the successful candidate does not meet this requirement the post may be offered on a temporary basis for a maximum period of 30 months if the panel is satisfied that, on an individual basis, there is a likelihood that the Into Headship qualification will be achieved within this timescale. A permanent contract will be offered only when the course is successfully completed. If it becomes clear that this essential qualification will not be achieved within 30 months then the contract will be ended with appropriate notice and the temporary Head Teacher will then revert to a DHT1 post available across the city.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher - Fixed term until 26/6/2025
Gylemuir Primary School

Salary £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week

Gylemuir is a diverse and multicultural primary school in the North West Edinburgh. We have over 520 children across our Primary School and Nursery and a large staff team who all embrace our school values of being supportive, welcoming, creative and happy.

We are looking for someone to join our team to cover one of our P7 classes until the end of term.

For further information please visit our website or to discuss the post please contact Aileen Smart on 0131 334 7138.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Head Teacher
Nether Currie Primary School

Salary: £73,110
Hours: 35 per week

Please see attached Nether Currie Primary School Head Teacher recruitment pack and school website:    https://www.nethercurrie.co.uk/

Please note, for candidates that are invited for Short Leet there will be a virtual assessment centre consisting of three written tasks.

The Standard for Headship is now an essential requirement for this post. If the successful candidate does not meet this requirement the post may be offered on a temporary basis for a maximum period of 30 months if the panel is satisfied that, on an individual basis, there is a likelihood that the Into Headship qualification will be achieved within this timescale. A permanent contract will be offered only when the course is successfully completed. If it becomes clear that this essential qualification will not be achieved within 30 months then the contract will be ended with appropriate notice and the temporary Head Teacher will then revert to a DHT1 post available across the city.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher
Bonaly Primary School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours:14.84 (Wednesday & Thursday)

This post is for P5 class.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Principal Teacher - fixed term until 04/04/2025
Brunstane Primary School

Salary: £55,155
Hours: 35 per week

Brunstane Primary School is seeking to recruit a Principal Teacher with proven track record of excellent classroom practice and experience of leadership.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic individual who will lead and develop learning and teaching within our Second Level team.

The successful candidate will be driven, and committed to Social Justice and able to demonstrate an strong understanding of additional support needs. Candidates should be able to demonstrate an excellent knowledge of classroom pedagogy and the ability to learn new approaches quickly. The successful candidate will also have experience in leading initiatives, motivating colleagues and encouraging leadership at all levels.

This post has a teaching commitment, the successful candidate will be a part of the wider school leadership team.

Brunstane is situated in an area of multiple deprivation and receives Positive Action funding. We are committed to supporting all learners and their families in a respectful, caring and nurturing environment. The candidate should be dedicated to driving forward our positive ethos and an individual who can lead and make decisions with confidence.

For more information about the school, please visit the website https://brunstaneps.com/ or call 0131 669 4498.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher - fixed term 26 June 2025
Bonaly Primary School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 (pro-rata for part-time)
Hours: 22.26 per week(Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

CF Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher – fixed term until 26/06/2024
St Marks RC Primary School

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589 (pro-rata for part time)
Hours: 28.42 per week – Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

St Marks Primary School is in the south east of Edinburgh. We are an associated Primary School of the St. Thomas’ cluster. We have close working links with St. Peter’s RC Primary, St. Mary’s RC Primary and Holy Cross RC Primary and St. Thomas’ RC High School.

The staff consists of a Head Teacher, a Principal Teacher, 10 class teachers and 1 part time Additional Support for Learning Teacher. In the nursery there are 2 Senior Early Years Officers, 5 Early Years Officers, 14 Early Years Practitioners, 3 Early Years Assistants, 2 Early Years Domestics and a part-time administrator. Our support staff includes a Business Manager, School Administrator, Clerical Assistant, Facilities Officer, P1 Early Years Practitioner and 7 Pupil Support Assistants.

A brand new ELC was opened in January 2023 and provides 1140 hours all year places . The current school roll for Primary 1-7 classes is 159 and they are formed into 7 classes.

Teachers are responsible for seeking approval of the Bishop of a Diocese for appointment to any post in a Catholic School in that area. For details on how to seek approval please go to http://sces.org.uk/church-approval

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we’re bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher
Pirniehall Primary School

Salary: £40,305 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week

Pirniehall Primary is a non-denominational school situated in the North West of Edinburgh and is part of the Craigroyston Learning Community. The school currently has a roll of 327 pupils, with 13 classes covering the stages P1-P7and there are a further 32 nursery children attending full-time.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced primary practitioner who will bring a positive, enthusiastic and innovative approach to the school. Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills are required along with an unconditional positive regard towards improving outcomes for all children and families.

The successful candidate would lead, plan and assess learning and teaching experiences for Primary 7 for the remainder of the session, engaging with CLPL school collegiate sessions to ensure high quality and consistent approaches to teaching and learning, working alongside the school teaching team and P7 stage partner. The post holder would be required to attend P7 residential camp in March 2025, supporting wider achievement opportunities for all learners and show a strong commitment to leading wider achievement opportunities, through the working time agreement.

This is an excellent opportunity for the postholder to make a real difference to the lives and outcomes for children and families in the Craigroyston Learning Community. For full details about the school and this post, please refer to the attached Pirniehall School Information document.

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Job Description

Children, Education and Justice Services

Primary Teacher - Fixed Term to 26/06/2025
Parsons Green Primary

Salary: £33,594 - £50,589
Hours: 35 per week

Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

Follow us on Twitter at @edincounciljobs

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