Teacher of Chemistry
Kirkwall Grammar School
21 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Permanent
£38,019 - £55,737 pro rata
The above amounts include Distand Islands Allowance.
You will be reporting to Dr Erland Johnston, Principal Teacher Science.
The working pattern is Monday to Wednesday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.
KGS is a vibrant school of around 860 pupils with a catchment area which covers Kirkwall, the East Mainland, Orphir and the North and South Isles. Around 60 of our young people are accommodated in Papdale Halls of Residence during term time. The school building is modern, bright and well-resourced. Young people in Orkney benefit from free instrumental tuition from a talented team of instrumental instructors and the school has a strong tradition of music.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher, able to teach Chemistry across all curricular stages. You will be committed to improvement and excellence and have a genuine interest in supporting young people to achieve their best. This will be reflected in a strong focus on positive outcomes for all young people through the development of high-quality learning and teaching and an inclusive curriculum. You will have the ability to develop and sustain effective relationships across the school community.
Orkney is a place of significant natural beauty, with a rich heritage. The old and the new collide where World Heritage Archaeological Sites look over sector leading renewables research facilities. This, along with a rich and diverse flora and fauna, provides interesting and relevant contexts for pupils to engage in the learning process.
The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.
You must be registered, or in the process of registering, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
Salary is be based on the Main Grade Scale of the SNCT Salary Tables plus a Distant Islands Allowance.
This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.
Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information.
Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy.
Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 30 August 2026, with shortlisting taking place on 31 August 2026 and interviews scheduled for 10 September 2026.
For a discussion about the role, contact Dr Erland Johnston, Principal Teacher, at [email protected] or on 01856 872102.
We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.
Orkney Islands Council is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, gender, race or ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status or gender reassignment status.
