Head Teacher

Angus Council; Perth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Head Teacher to lead at Letham Primary School. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and young people in a supportive community. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire both students and staff. The position requires a commitment to professional development, including attaining the Standard for Headship within 30 months. Join a vibrant community where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits

Removal/relocation expenses

Guaranteed job interview for eligible candidates

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and inspire children and staff.
• Must attain the Standard for Headship within 30 months.

Responsibilities

• Undertake duties of a Head Teacher as per SNCT guidelines.
• Make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Educational Management

Education

Standard for Headship

Job description

Job Description

Based at Letham Primary School, Letham, Angus.

You will undertake the duties of a Head Teacher at Letham Primary School as prescribed by the Scottish Negotiating Committee for Teachers (SNCT).

Are you an enthusiastic and inspiring leader with the skills, confidence, and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people?

Angus is a great place to live, work, and visit.

You may be eligible for removal/relocation expenses.

If you are applying for your first permanent headteacher post, it is a condition that you attain the Standard for Headship within a period not exceeding 30 months. Until you complete the qualification, you will be appointed on a temporary basis.

For further information, please contact Lorraine Will, Service Leader - Education & Lifelong Learning, by email at [email address].

Please note, an assessment centre will be held on 5 June 2025 (provisional), and final interviews will be held on 11 June 2025 (provisional).

Requirements

You must have the ability to become a member of the PVG Scheme.

Please refer to the job outline and person specification for further details and requirements for this job.

About Angus Council

In addition, please refer to the "applicant guidance" document when completing your application form, the "welcome to Angus" document, and our website https://www.angus.gov.uk/jobs_and_training/working_for_angus_council for more information about working for Angus Council.

The Individual

We offer a guaranteed job interview to the following people who meet the essential criteria on application for a job:

• Those with disabilities, recognized caring responsibilities, and care-experienced young people.
• This also applies to our own employees with caring responsibilities, young people on apprenticeships, and placements who meet the essential criteria for the job.