Lecturer - Home Economics

To support our BA Hons Food, Nutrition and Textiles Education Programme
Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week

UHI Perth is one of Scotland’s leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education, and a large partner in Scotland’s newest University, the University of the Highlands and Islands.

UHI Perth are seeking an experienced and GTCS registered teacher of Home Economics to join the team delivering our Undergraduate Honours Degree in Food, Nutrition and Textiles Education. This innovative degree provides an undergraduate route to a teaching qualification for Secondary Home Economics in Scotland. The degree was developed in consultation with the profession to provide graduates to address the national shortage in Home Economics teachers. The programme has now been established for 5 years and our graduates are now contributing to the profession in schools. We are seeking an inspiring teacher/s of Home Economics with evidence of leading curricular innovation in school and ensuring success for pupils in SQA exams for this exciting role. A knowledge of online Virtual Learning Environments is desired, but training will be provided. School Placement visits will form part of this role and again full training and support will be provided.

If you wish to be considered for this appointment, click on ‘Apply’ and complete the on-screen form.  For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jill Elder 07712404851.  

Closing date: 23:45 on Sunday 16th April 2023

Interviews will be held on Friday 12th May 2023

This post undertakes regulated work with children and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check is required. A check will be made against the list of those barred from working with children.

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