Part-Time Secondary English Teacher – National 5 & Higher - #2195695

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (in-person and/or online)

Hours: Approximately 5–8 hours per week

Employment type: Part-time

VidyaDhi Academy is an Edinburgh-based tuition provider specialising in secondary-school education. We provide structured tuition programmes in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science and English, supporting students preparing for Scottish National 4, National 5 and Higher qualifications.

We focus on developing strong subject knowledge, deeper understanding and independent learning skills.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Secondary English Teacher to support the continued development of our National 5 and Higher English programmes.

The successful candidate will deliver engaging, structured lessons, helping students build confidence and develop the skills required to perform well in SQA assessments.

• Deliver National 5 and Higher English tuition in line with the Scottish curriculum.
• Teach key areas including Reading for Understanding, Analysis and Evaluation (RUAE), Critical Reading and the Writing Portfolio.
• Plan and deliver structured lessons, learning activities and assessments.
• Set appropriate homework and provide constructive feedback.
• Monitor student progress and identify areas requiring further support.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents and the Academy.

• A degree in English or a relevant subject.
• A recognised teaching qualification or equivalent substantial teaching experience.
• Experience teaching secondary-school English.
• Good knowledge of the Scottish National 5 and Higher English curriculum and SQA assessment requirements.
• Strong communication, organisational and classroom management skills.
• A reliable and professional approach, with the ability to provide consistent teaching support.

Experience as an SQA marker or examiner would be an advantage.

• Approximately 5–8 regular teaching hours per week.
• A combination of in-person tuition in Edinburgh and online teaching.
• The opportunity to contribute to an established and growing tuition programme.
• Excellent remuneration, commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Potential opportunities to contribute to the Academy's future programme development.

The successful applicant will be required to meet applicable PVG Scheme requirements and complete relevant safeguarding and reference checks.

To apply, please submit your CV together with a brief introduction outlining your teaching experience, qualifications, experience of the Scottish curriculum and availability.

We look forward to hearing from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial discussion and an interview, which may include a short demonstration lesson.