Depute Head Teacher - Broughton High School

City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen at a vibrant and diverse school in Edinburgh. We are seeking a visionary Depute Head Teacher who is passionate about education and committed to fostering a positive learning environment. This role involves leading a dedicated team and enhancing the educational experience for students from various backgrounds. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the school's curriculum and ensuring that every student reaches their full potential. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people and contributing to our thriving school community.

Qualifications

• Successful record in a promoted educational role.
• Passion for educating children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of an excellent school.
• Lead the Senior Leadership Team with fresh ideas and energy.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Communication

Education

Registered with GTCS

Degree in Education

Job description

Location: Broughton High School, 29 East Fettes Avenue, Edinburgh, EH4 1EG

Depute Head Teacher

Broughton High School

Salary: £79,461

Hours: 35 per week

Our School Vision and Values

• Respect
• Inclusion
• Integrity

These core values underpin our decisions and actions, guiding us as individuals and as a school community. A rare leadership opportunity has arisen within our Senior Leadership Team. We seek a visionary leader with fresh ideas, energy, and a passion for educating children and young people. Broughton High School is a successful, diverse, and vibrant community, with students speaking 63 different languages at home. We incorporate specialist schools of Music, Dance, and Football.

We are proud of our students and our dedicated staff, who are skilled, conscientious, and caring. We believe in enabling every young person to reach their full potential and to contribute to their community. We focus on excellent classroom practice, relationships, and adapting our curriculum to enhance life chances based on students’ interests.

If you have a successful record in a promoted educational role and wish to contribute to the ongoing improvement of an excellent school, we would like to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: John Wilson, 29 East Fettes Avenue, Edinburgh EH4 1EG, 0131 332 7805, [e-mail]

The City of Edinburgh Council is an equal opportunities employer, committed to preventing discrimination on various grounds including sex, race, religion, and more.

Applicants must be registered, or eligible to register, with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS).

Salaries are in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff.

This post involves regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will need to join or update the PVG Scheme and may require an Overseas Criminal Record Check if applicable. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment checks.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and able to excel. We welcome diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences, and are open to flexible working arrangements.

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