Head Teacher

Matchstick Dev; Livingston; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Head Teacher to lead a vibrant primary school community in Livingston. This role involves creating an ambitious agenda, developing innovative curriculum strategies, and fostering collaborative relationships within the school cluster. The successful candidate will manage a dedicated team and ensure excellence in learning and teaching. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader committed to making a positive impact on students' lives. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and encourages professional growth, while contributing to the educational landscape of Scotland.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include a relevant teaching qualification and GTC registration.
• Experience in leadership and curriculum development is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive agenda for the school community.
• Lead and develop a dynamic staff team for excellence in teaching.
• Manage recruitment of teaching and support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Team Management

Communication

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Registration with General Teaching Council for Scotland

Job description

Job Advert

The proposed interview date for long leet is 14th March 2025

After 1 August 2020, Education Authorities can only appoint the following categories of people as permanent Head Teachers:

1. People who have achieved the Standard for Headship.
2. People appointed as permanent Head Teachers of a public school, a grant-aided school or an independent school on or before 1 August 2020.

A person who has not yet achieved the Standard for Headship may be appointed as a head teacher, provided the appointment does not exceed 30 months.

We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

West Lothian Council is committed to far-reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements.

A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment and the cost will be met by the candidate.

The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18.

Bellsquarry Primary School and Early Learning Centre (ELC) is a non-denominational school serving the Bellsquarry and Murieston area of Livingston which is part of The James Young High School cluster.

The school roll is currently 225 learners, organised over 8 classes, as well as 36 children across the various sessions in the ELC. In addition to the class teachers, there is also 1 full-time Acting Principal Teacher and 1 part-time Acting Principal Teacher. There are currently 4 Pupil Support Workers deployed at various stages across the school. The ELC staffing includes 1 Early Years Officer, 5 Early Years Practitioners, and 2 Pupil Support Workers across the different sessions. The school benefits from a supportive and proactive Parent Teacher Action Group (PTAG).

In the first instance, the Head Teacher, with Senior Officers, will be responsible for:

The Head Teacher will be responsible for:

• Creating a positive and ambitious agenda for the whole school community.
• Developing creative and innovative approaches to the future development of the curriculum in line with West Lothian's Digital Strategy.
• Developing working relationships across the cluster primary schools and with James Young High School.
• Developing school policies in line with national and local guidance.
• Managing the recruitment process of teaching and support staff.
• Leading and developing a dynamic staff team that will deliver excellence in learning, teaching and assessment.