Junior School Class Teacher (Maternity Cover) Term 3, April 26-June 26

ISC group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Scotland is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Primary Teacher to cover a maternity leave from April to June 2026. The role involves teaching upper primary students and fostering a supportive learning environment. Candidates must be registered with the GTC Scotland and should possess strong communication skills, resilience, and a commitment to the school's values. The position offers a range of benefits including professional development opportunities and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Enhanced sick pay

Family friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Suitable qualification in Primary Education.
• Experience in teaching across the full range of levels in Junior School.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support upper primary students.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and pupils.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.

Skills

Communication with parents

Enthusiasm

Resilience

Understanding of school values

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registration with GTCS or eligible

Job description

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for our teaching staff, in addition to salary (which includes a Heriot’s enhancement), teacher holidays and pension, includes:

• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are seeking to appoint suitably qualified, enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join our successful Junior School from April 2026 until June 2026 on a maternity cover basis.

We have 1 position available in our upper primary;

Our Junior School caters for approximately 600 children from Nursery through to P7. Our staff work hard to ensure that we provide a happy, safe and stimulating learning environment for every child placed in our care. Through being part of such a positive and supportive community, our pupils can develop the confidence to embrace their learning, benefit from the myriad of opportunities in and beyond the classroom and thrive on the challenge and support offered to them.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified Teachers, candidates may be expected to teach across the full range of levels in Junior School.

All applicants must be registered, or eligible for registration, with the GTC Scotland

Please see job description for full duties.

Appropriately qualified and successful teacher of Primary Education – registered with/eligible for registration with GTCS (essential attribute)

• Proven ability to relate well to and communicate effectively with parents, staff and pupils.
• Enthusiasm, resilience and warmth
• Understanding and commitment to the Heriot’s aims and values.
• Confidence and ability to deal with sensitive issues affecting pupils and parents
• Ability to prioritise effectively and to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Additional Information

Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults,under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidateswill be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applicationsfrom all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity numberSC011463