Class Teacher - 0.6FTE
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate-to-high value due to community involvement while lacking full-time stability and clear career progression.
- Part-time role supporting community education
- Flexible hours with engaging work
- Good opportunity for new educators to gain experience
Pros
- Engagement with families and local community
- Flexible part-time structure can attract diverse candidates
- Opportunity to develop skills in a supportive environment
Cons
- Temporary nature may deter candidates seeking long-term roles
- Less compensation compared to permanent full-time positions
- Limited career advancement opportunities
Who it's for
Early to Mid-career • Part-time, temporary
Good fit
- New teachers or educators looking for part-time roles
- Those enthusiastic about community involvement
- Professionals wanting experience in education
Not recommended for
- Veteran teachers seeking secure full-time positions
- Candidates wanting clear paths for advancement
- Individuals not comfortable with temporary contracts
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
St Stephen's RC PS serves the community of Blairgowrie and the surrounding area. We are a small school, sharing the fantastic modern facilities of Blairgowrie Community Campus. You will be responsible for class teaching, leading a small vertical focus group within the school, supporting communication with families and working with our local community.
You should be a caring and evaluative practitioner who has strong communication skills and a drive to ensure excellent provision for our learners.
Please note, should you be invited to attend interview, you will be asked to provide 2 references. Therefore, when completing your application for this post, please ensure you provide contact details for two referees. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current head teacher.
Please APPLY ONLINE. Online facilities are available at all public libraries in Perth and Kinross. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please call 01738 475555 to discuss.
As part of our safer recruitment measures, Perth & Kinross Council carries out rigorous checks on the right to work in the UK, qualifications, employment history, including references, and fitness to undertake the post.
Some jobs may have been traditionally carried out predominately by one gender, but we would encourage you to apply if you meet the requirements, irrespective of your gender.
Closing date: 11/02/2018
Reference: PKC04102
St Stephen's Primary SchoolBlairgowrie Community Campus
Elm Drive
Blairgowrie
