Head Teacher - Danestone School

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council in Scotland is seeking an experienced educational leader to manage a school effectively. The role involves ensuring quality education delivery through collaboration with various stakeholders, strategic planning, and adherence to educational standards. Candidates must possess strong leadership and organizational skills, along with a full GTC Registration. Flexible working arrangements are supported, promoting an inclusive and supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Guaranteed interview schemes for eligible applicants

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and managing change in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of school improvement planning and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the affairs of the school to deliver quality education.
• Involve pupils, staff, parents, and the community in the educational process.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Skills

Education

Full GTC Registration (Scotland)

Job description

Please note that, effective from 1 April 2023, candidates applying for roles requiring PVG membership will need to cover the cost of the membership. This applies only to roles with a full-time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above, including teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,285 per annum / £16.64 per hour).

The Council will initially pay for the PVG membership cost—£18 for existing PVG scheme members or £59 for non-members—and this amount will be deducted from the employee’s first full month’s salary.

Job purpose/about the role

To lead and manage the affairs of the school, enabling the delivery of quality education through the appropriate involvement of pupils, staff, parents, multidisciplinary agencies, and the community. This will be done in accordance with the authority’s strategic plan, the school’s improvement/service plans, national frameworks, legislation, and agreements.

Requirements

• Full GTC Registration (Scotland)
• PVG scheme membership – Working with Children
• Evidence of lifelong professional learning and participation in professional updates
• Experience in leading and managing change and securing school improvement
• Experience in a senior leadership role in an appropriate setting
• Experience of senior management responsibilities in an educational environment
• Knowledge of school improvement planning and resource allocation cycles
• Knowledge of effective self-evaluation, quality improvement procedures, and reporting standards
• Understanding of current education initiatives and priorities
• Knowledge of the provisions of the Local Government (Scotland) Act 2003
• Effective management of human resources, including industrial relations and health and safety, with a focus on performance improvement
• Strategic, organizational, and motivational skills
• High-level interpersonal skills for effective communication with colleagues, pupils, parents, and partners
• Ability to promote equality and deliver inclusive opportunities
• Capability to set high expectations, provide professional advice, and support colleagues’ professional development

The Individual

Please refer to the Job Profile for further details.

We support flexible working arrangements for most roles, allowing employees to choose a pattern that suits both them and the organization.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and require adjustments during the selection process, or need more information about reasonable adjustments, please contact [e-mail].

We are also a forces-friendly employer, signed up to the Armed Forces Covenant, and a silver award recipient in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. For questions related to military service or application processes, contact [e-mail].

We offer guaranteed interview schemes for applicants who meet minimum criteria and are eligible under specific categories, including those with disabilities, care leavers, young people in Aberdeen, and those who have completed relevant apprenticeships or are refugees/asylum seekers under the New Scots initiative.