Depute Head Teacher - Dyce Academy

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Aberdeen seeks an experienced professional to assist and deputise for the Head Teacher at Dyce Academy. The role involves providing leadership, managing curriculum development, and promoting high professional standards among staff. Candidates must hold Full GTC (Scotland) Registration. The position offers flexible working arrangements and supports a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for professional development

Inclusivity and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience in educational settings.
• Ability to promote high professional standards.
• Experience in curriculum planning and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Teacher in managing school affairs.
• Promote professional development among staff.
• Contribute to the school's improvement planning.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic direction

Curriculum development

Professional development

Partnership working

Education

Full GTC (Scotland) Registration

Job description

Location: Dyce Academy, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

Roles that require PVG Membership:

Please note that from 1 April 2023, roles requiring PVG membership will require candidates to cover the cost. This applies only to roles with a full-time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above (e.g., teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above, currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour).

The Council will initially pay for the PVG membership cost—£18 for existing PVG scheme members or £59 for non-members—and this amount will be deducted from the employee’s first full month’s salary.

About the Role:

To assist and, where necessary, deputise for the Head Teacher in managing the affairs of the school to benefit pupils, staff, and the community, by pursuing objectives and implementing policies set by Aberdeen City Council in accordance with current legislation and SNCT agreements.

Minimum Requirements:

Full GTC (Scotland) Registration in the relevant sector.

Demonstrable Skills and Abilities:

• Provide leadership, good management, and strategic direction in the school's areas of work.
• Promote high standards through professional advice, reviewing professional needs and performance, and supporting continuous professional development of colleagues.
• Take responsibility for curriculum development, learning, teaching, and meeting learners’ needs.
• Contribute to improvement planning and quality assurance.
• Work in partnership with parents, professionals, agencies, and other schools.

About Us:

Further details can be found in the Job Profile.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working:

We support flexible working arrangements for most roles, allowing staff to choose patterns that suit both them and the organization.

Disability Confident:

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process, contact [e-mail].

We are also a forces-friendly employer, signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant, and a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. For inquiries related to military service, contact [e-mail].

We offer guaranteed interview schemes for applicants who meet minimum criteria and are:

• Disabled
• Care-experienced and aged 16-29
• Aged 16-24, residing in Aberdeen or educated at an Aberdeen City Council school, applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (excluding trades)
• Have completed a Foundation Apprenticeship with Aberdeen City Council and are applying for relevant apprenticeships
• New Scots aged 16-24 applying for apprenticeships