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EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSINGKirkwall Grammar School

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Teacher of Maths

35 hours per week (1.0FTE)Permanent

We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.

KGS is a modern, vibrant school of over 850 pupils with a catchment area which covers Kirkwall, the East Mainland, Orphir and the North Isles.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher/leader who is committed to improvement and excellence. You will be joining departments and other teams of staff who are dedicated to providing the best for all young people. Our school has a wide range of extra-curricular activities on offer including drama, music, and sport.

You will be able to teach all aspects of the relevant subject across all stages. You will be joining a highly successful team, in a recently built and well-resourced school.

For more details on the school, visit must be registered, or in the process of registering, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

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 26 April 2026.

For a discussion about the role, contact Roz McMahon, Principal Teacher Mathematics, tel: or e-mail

Salary will be based on the Main Grade Scale of the SNCT Salary Tables plus a Distant Islands Allowance. We offer a generous relocation package. xbpsjku

We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.