Stirling Council
Secondary Teacher - English
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Closing Date: 21/08/2026
Contract Type: Temporary until 25/06/2027
Salary: £21,695 - £32,672
Hours: 21 per week
At McLaren High School, we are committed to excellence in education and the holistic development of our young people. With a team of highly professional teaching and support staff, we set high expectations for our pupils, working in partnership with parents to challenge, support, and inspire them. Our school community is built on the core values of Inclusivity, Community, Kindness, and Growth, ensuring that every pupil is empowered to succeed, develop confidence, and become a responsible global citizen.
Anticipated start date for this post is October 2026 for the remainder of the 2026-27 Academic session.
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Teacher of English who will ensure our young people are provided with the very best opportunities to develop, deliver the highest standards of learning and teaching, contribute to the positive learning environment within our Learning and Development spaces and provide targeted learning support to young people who will benefit from this.
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The ideal candidate will be confident, articulate, and creative, with the ability to motivate and inspire others while ensuring the faculty meets the diverse needs of McLaren High School’s young people. Strong organisational skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
McLaren High School is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland, on the southern edge of Callander—an easy commute from the Central Belt, just 25 minutes from Stirling and 45 minutes from Glasgow.
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The successful candidate will be required to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.
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Job Description
[https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/upxbc5q4/secondary_teacher-english_-bt_01042024.pdf]
Teacher Additional Information
[https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/niof4toc/teachers-additional-information.pdf]
Stirling Information
[https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/arjfm1fz/stirling-council-recruitment-pack.pdf]
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