Music Teacher *Temp to Perm

Job description

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Teacher Music (7/11327)
Langholm Academy
Teacher Scale - £43,383- £54,453
Dumfries and Galloway's approach to education looks to combine the traditional values, ethos and atmosphere of this unique corner of Scotland with fresh 21st century thinking. We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Music with vision and passion for teaching and learning. This post represents an excellent opportunity to be innovative in developing our culture of sharing and learning across the school.
At Langholm 2-18 School we are not only committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities but also to develop our young people as leaders and responsible citizens who will make a huge difference to the school community and beyond. We work in partnership with our parents and carers, members of the local community, other partners in learning and most importantly, our children and young people. At Langholm Academy campus we have 250 pupils in our secondary, 150 in our primary and 25 in our nursery. The school is managed by one Headteacher, with an extended team of Depute Headteachers and Principal Teachers.
Our core purpose is to ensure that every child and young person reaches their full potential and is well prepared to succeed in learning, life and work in the 21st century. Where everyone takes responsibility for learning and every experience is a learning opportunity.
Being a 2-18 school, we can shape and influence the experiences of our nursery, primary and secondary pupils, helping us to build on our academic reputation. We are an inclusive 2-18 school and strive to ensure we offer a flexible curriculum which appeals to many parents and pupils. Our school is a busy, dynamic environment with a commitment to getting the best for every child but understanding our pupils as individuals. We currently have 35 teaching staff and 10 support staff, and enjoy strong relationships with our Parent Councils and wider community partners including Buccleuch Estates, Langholm Initiative, Wild Eskdale and Outpost Arts. Our pupils and families are supported by a dedicated and highly skilled staff who play an important role in the development of our culture and ethos of getting the best for every child.
We are seeking to appoint a permanent Teacher of Music to cover a permanent position.
Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Teachers – Relocation Package
A significant relocation package of up to £5000 is available to the successful candidate. Please follow the link to the Council's Relocation Policy.
Please note – Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session
In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT – appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence their employment or change their payscale with Dumfries and Galloway Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue pay and leave. In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and pay and leave will be adjusted. This may have a temporary detriment to your salary however this will balance out over the course of the session.
Information regarding the national pay and leave calculation can be accessed at:
National Pay and Leave Calculation
Please refer to important information in the attached briefing note or to Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification.
With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of Scottish Teachers' Pension Scheme, exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions."
Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Langholm

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English