We are seeking a dynamic and inspirational teacher of Chemistry to support the general science programme from August 2025. The ability to teach at a more senior certificate level would be an advantage. Department DetailsThere are 5 teachers of Chemistry plus a full-time Technician. All staff teach across the full age and ability range. Staff are encouraged to continue developing their subject knowledge and skills through both internal training and outside courses. Science Curriculum offered: P7-S2The curriculum is taught in P7 (Geits) as Science, with four periods of Science per week. Practical experimental Science is a significant component of the course and pupils also develop communication, IT and scientific report writing skills. All pupils have iPads. Year groups in S1 and S2 are arranged into 6 sets per year group, with classes containing up to 18 pupils. Their curriculum broadly follows the CfE Broad General Curriculum, but with some other topics as well. S3-S4Uptake of Chemistry at this stage is high. In each year typically 5 sets of 15-20 pupils follow the National 5 Chemistry courses. These pupils are taught for 3 periods per week. All pupils take at least one separate science at National 5. S5-S6In S5, pupils can opt to take the SQA Higher Chemistry courses. Typically there are 4 sets of Chemistry on an allocation of 5 periods per week. A smaller number, usually 20-25 pupils, continue to Advanced Higher in their final year, arranged into two sets. Both Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry have a lot of practical work and a component of their Project will be practical based research. Departmental development A weekly departmental meeting is timetabled to plan and take forward new teaching and learning initiatives and to monitor pupil progress. The department is keen to embrace and further take forward the opportunities provided by the modern facilities in the Science Centre and new learning commons area. All staff have iPads. Pupil interest in Chemistry is also stimulated by participation in external lectures, courses, national competitions and university days. Reporting The Teacher of Chemistry will report to the Head of Chemistry on all aspects of classroom management, timetabling, teaching and learning, reporting and pupil discipline. The Teacher will report to a Deputy Rector on matters of whole school commitments, professional development and personal absence. Accommodation and resources The Chemistry Department is housed in the James Clark Maxwell Science Centre. Members of the department have their own teaching laboratory for most of their classes and the departments also have their own prep room and chemical store. Each laboratory has a white board, an apple tv and a desktop computer. Please note that interviews will be held during week commencing 23rd June 2025.Package DescriptionThe school prides itself on its warm and welcoming community, inclusive of all staff. Our teaching staff work alongside the operational teams to ensure the smooth running of the school. We value the contribution of all team members. Through involvement in the co-curricular programme all those who work with us can bring their passions to work. Developing our talent is important to us. Access to training and professional development is available and encouraged.Our reward package includes:Generous Defined Contribution Pension SchemeAccess to onsite gymEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee Benefits Programme, including discounted access to health insurance, financial well-being products, cycle to work and electric car schemes as well as discounts to a number of major retailersFee discountA three course lunch is provided during term timeMain ResponsibilitiesDuties and responsibilities associated with all teachers at the Edinburgh Academy are: To plan, prepare and teach lessons to all assigned pupils according to their educational needs.To assess, record and report on the progress of the pupils within the guidelines written in the Staff Handbook.To engage with the wider School Curriculum in a manner which is consistent with the ethos of the School.To carry out such administrative and other routine tasks as are outlined in the Staff Handbook.To demonstrate a commitment to both individual professional development and to the developing curriculum in the School.To carry out any other duties and to assume any other responsibilities as the Rector shall from time-to-time reasonably request.To be conscious at all times of the importance of the external image of the School and to act in a professional and constructive manner with pupils, parents and external agencies.To play a full part in the co-curricular life of the School.The Ideal CandidateDuties and responsibilities associated with all teachers at the Edinburgh Academy are: To plan, prepare and teach lessons to all assigned pupils according to their educational needs.To assess, record and report on the progress of the pupils within the guidelines written in the Staff Handbook.To engage with the wider School Curriculum in a manner which is consistent with the ethos of the School.To carry out such administrative and other routine tasks as are outlined in the Staff Handbook.To demonstrate a commitment to both individual professional development and to the developing curriculum in the School.To carry out any other duties and to assume any other responsibilities as the Rector shall from time-to-time reasonably request.To be conscious at all times of the importance of the external image of the School and to act in a professional and constructive manner with pupils, parents and external agencies.To play a full part in the co-curricular life of the School.About the school/organisationThe Edinburgh Academy is a fully co-educational school. The School consists of a Senior School, Junior School and a Nursery Department. The School is a member of HMC. The Edinburgh Academy moved to full co-education across the whole school in 2008. The Junior and Senior Schools are on separate sites, both of which have spacious grounds and sports facilities including extensive playing fields, an all-weather sports area, and a large Sports Hall and Centre.
