Depute Head Teacher - St David’s Primary School

Midlothian Council; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority seeks a Depute Head Teacher for St Davids RC Primary School in Scotland. The candidate will manage school operations and ensure compliance with educational standards. Registering with the General Teaching Council and completing a PVG check are essential. A competitive salary of £62,556 per year is offered, and interviews will be held in late August 2025.

Qualifications

• Registration with the General Teaching Council (GTC) is mandatory.
• Completion of PVG check for work with children is required.
• Satisfactory completion of references and medical screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school effectively.
• Ensure a safe environment for students and staff.
• Develop educational programs in line with curriculum requirements.

Job description

Location: St Davids RC Primary School Kippielaw Lauder Road, EH22 2PU

Salary: £62,556 per year pro rata

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

Depute Head Teacher

Permanent

Full Time

Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 30 primary schools (including 19 nurseries), and 2 standalone nursery schools. Our special school, Saltersgate, supports children with various physical, social, emotional, behavioral, and learning difficulties. Our schools vary from small primary schools with around 20 pupils to large secondary schools with over 1200 pupils. The catchment areas are diverse, ranging from rural to urban, with several new schools built in recent years and more planned.

Interviews for this post will be held during the week beginning 25th August 2025.

Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks/Requirements for Teaching Positions

If successful, employment is conditional on satisfactory completion of checks, including medical screening, two references (one from your current employer), verification of qualifications, and eligibility to work in the UK. Registration with the General Teaching Council and a PVG check for work with children are mandatory.

Registration and PVG Scheme

Applicants for permanent posts must be registered with the GTCS. The position is considered Regulated Work with Children under the PVG scheme. Successful candidates must join the scheme or update their existing membership before starting employment. The costs (£59 for full membership, £18 for updates) will be deducted from salary over several pay periods. The PVG certificate viewing process has changed; certificates are available online for 14 days after viewing. Failure to grant access to the employer within this period may require reapplication, incurring additional costs.

Disclosure and Convictions

Applicants must disclose unspent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Failure to disclose may lead to withdrawal of an offer. Having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify applicants; suitability depends on the nature of the offense and the position. Further information is available at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.

Application Process

Apply online. Assistance is available at all Midlothian public libraries. For accessibility or technical issues, contact 0131 271 3063 and quote the post reference number. Trainees, disabled applicants, and care-experienced young people meeting essential criteria are eligible for guaranteed interviews.