EDUC 1593 - Depute Head Teacher - Strathaven Academy, East Kilbride - 1593-396121444

South Lanarkshire; Scotland; On-site; GBP 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Depute Head Teacher to join their dedicated team at Strathaven Academy. This permanent role involves assisting the Head Teacher in managing the school and leading colleagues strategically. With a commitment to high-quality education and modernisation, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of pupils. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified teachers, ready to contribute to a positive and purposeful community. Join a supportive environment that values collaboration among staff, parents, and partners to ensure an exceptional educational journey for every student.

Qualifications

• Assist in curriculum delivery and contribute to school initiatives.
• Registered with GTC Scotland as a legal requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Teacher in management and strategic leadership.
• Contribute to ongoing modernisation efforts in schools.

Skills

Curriculum Delivery

Leadership

Teaching Skills

Strategic Planning

Education

Fully Qualified Teacher (GTC)

Job description

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Please note that this is a re-advertisement - previous applicants need not re-apply.

Permanent Post.

Hours: 35 hours per week.

Salary: Depute Head Teacher Scale 4, £68,892 per year.

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Please note we do not accept CVs; any submitted will be disregarded. If you need to submit additional information to support your application, please upload it under supporting documents.

About the school:

Strathaven Academy has a positive and purposeful community committed to meeting the needs of every pupil and providing education of the highest standard.

Expectations of our young people from employers and from further/higher education have never been higher. Our pupils must develop and demonstrate skills, attributes, and abilities, and secure qualifications that will enable them to succeed beyond school. School staff, parents, and partners work together to support and challenge pupils, providing a rich range of learning experiences within and beyond the curriculum and school environment to ensure an enjoyable journey.

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Every school has been part of an £800m+ modernisation programme to create high-quality support needs and primary and secondary provisions in South Lanarkshire, designed to meet the needs of all pupils.

The Depute Head Teacher will:

1. Assist the Head Teacher in the management of the school as part of a Management Team.
2. Deputise for the Head Teacher in their absence and lead colleagues strategically.
3. Contribute to the ongoing modernisation efforts and high-quality provision in South Lanarkshire schools.

Our mission is to make positive, meaningful changes in young people's lives, providing an exceptional environment for pupils and staff, and working in partnership with parents and professionals.

We are inviting applications from Fully Qualified (GTC) Secondary Teachers.

You will assist in curriculum delivery, contribute to whole school initiatives, and perform duties outlined in Annexe B of "A Teaching Profession for the 21st Century".

Please Apply online - all correspondence will be via your email.

GTC Registration: It is a legal requirement for teachers in Scottish state schools to be registered with GTC Scotland.

Legislative Information: This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003 and is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or adults under the PVG Scheme. It is an offence to apply if barred from working with children or adults. Candidates will need to join or update their PVG Scheme status before employment.

Further information about the disclosure process

Foreign Police Check: Candidates should explain employment gaps and provide a foreign police check if applicable.

Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant:

South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer, encourages applications from all community members, guarantees interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum requirements, and supports armed forces members and veterans as per the Covenant.