Deputy Head Teacher - Primary Leadership & Literacy

The City of Edinburgh Council; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Kirkliston Primary School, part of The City of Edinburgh Council, seeks a Depute Head Teacher on a fixed-term basis until 03/12/2027. The post involves leadership across the Senior Leadership Team with responsibilities for staffing and curriculum development.

The successful candidate will drive attainment and monitoring, contribute to school policies, lead staff development, and deputise for the Headteacher as required, within a supportive, inclusive learning community.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary leadership roles.
• Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence (CfE).
• Experience leading staff development and policy review.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Headteacher in their absence and lead a department.
• Lead curriculum development and staff training across the school.
• Review and implement school policies and ensure attainment tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

CfE knowledge

ASN co-ordinator

GIRFEC knowledge

Job description

Kirkliston Primary School, part of The City of Edinburgh Council, seeks a Depute Head Teacher on a fixed-term basis until 03/12/2027. The post involves leadership across the Senior Leadership Team with responsibilities for staffing and curriculum development.

The successful candidate will drive attainment and monitoring, contribute to school policies, lead staff development, and deputise for the Headteacher as required, within a supportive, inclusive learning community.