Head Teacher - DEE05972

Curve Style; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Head Teacher to lead at Dens Road Primary School. This full-time role requires a passionate leader with GTCS registration and the Standard for Headship. You will be responsible for promoting high-quality learning, managing budgets, and driving school improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, a commitment to professional development, and a caring approach to education. Join a supportive environment that values inclusivity and strives for excellence in education.

Qualifications

• GTCS registered with the Standard for Headship or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Deputy Head Teacher or Head Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Promote high-quality learning and teaching for improved educational outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement in the school and Council area.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Curriculum Knowledge

Budget Management

Education

GTCS Registration (Primary)

Standard for Headship (SFH)

Job description

Job Description

Based at Dens Road Primary School, you will work full time, 35 hours per week.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Pam Nesbitt by email.

Requirements

You will be GTCS registered (Primary) and have the Standard for Headship (SFH), or equivalent, as detailed on the GTCS website: GTCS Headship Standards.

Responsibilities

The role of the Head Teacher is to promote high-quality learning and teaching to secure improved educational outcomes for pupils and the community, under the direction of the local Council. Head Teachers have a corporate responsibility to contribute to ongoing improvement in their school and across the Council area.

The Individual

You will be able to demonstrate the standard for headship. You will have proven experience as a Deputy Head Teacher/Head Teacher and up-to-date knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence.

You will have a strong record in raising pupil attainment and achievement, experience of School Improvement Planning, managing budgets and resources, and staff leadership, management, and supervision.

You will also have evidence of appropriate Professional Learning in various areas and be committed to a consultative and participative management style. Additionally, you should have a positive and caring approach, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and relate well to others.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check before a formal offer of employment is made by Dundee City Council.

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