Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education.  We have a co-educational community of over 500 students aged from 6-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 countries.   

We are looking for an inspirational full-time mathematics teacher to join this thriving department. You will be an outstanding classroom practitioner who is passionate about working with students who are eager to learn and challenge themselves. Making the most of the local environment to bring the subject alive is essential. 

Gordonstoun encourages all staff to engage in our wonderfully broad programme, and we are seeking someone who is keen to play an active role in boarding school life, whether in the classroom, on the sports field, in the mountains or in the middle of the Moray Firth. 

All candidates should be registered or eligible for registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland, as this is a condition of employment. 

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups. 

Benefits of working at Gordonstoun

• Staff fee remission for children in the school in accordance with the staff fee and admissions policies. 
• Free meals during term time.
• Free use of sports facilities.
• Free yoga classes.
• Free parking on school campus and cycle to work scheme. 
• Free access to an employee assistance programme for services such as counselling and legal advice. 

If you’re excited to learn more, please email our recruitment department at recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk  or contact us on (01343) 837831. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 22 January 2025 at 9am for a September 2025 start. 

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.