Head Teacher - Seaton School

Aberdeen City Council; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking a qualified individual to lead and manage a school's affairs. Responsibilities include engaging with students, staff, parents, and the community to ensure quality education delivery. Candidates must possess full GTC Registration and PVG scheme membership. This position offers flexible working arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's affairs to deliver quality education.
• Engage with pupils, staff, parents, and the community.

Education

Full GTC Registration (Scotland)

PVG scheme membership – Working with Children

Job description

Roles that require PVG Membership

Please note that from 1 April 2023, candidates applying for roles that require PVG membership will need to cover the cost. 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 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 school’s affairs, enabling the delivery of quality education through engagement with pupils, staff, parents, multi-disciplinary agencies, and the community. This will be achieved in accordance with the authority’s strategic plan, the school’s improvement plans, national frameworks, legislation, and local agreements.

Requirements

• Full GTC Registration (Scotland)
• PVG scheme membership – Working with Children

Please see the Job Profile for further details.

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

Disability Confident

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

We are 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 armed forces, please contact [e-mail]. We can provide information about jobs, application processes, and employee support.

Guaranteed interview schemes are available for applicants who meet minimum criteria and are:

• Disabled under the Equality Act 2010
• Looked after young people, care leavers up to age 29
• Aged 16-24, residing in Aberdeen City, or alumni of Aberdeen City Council schools applying for Modern Apprenticeships (excluding Trades apprenticeships)
• Participants in Foundation Apprenticeships with Aberdeen City Council applying for relevant apprenticeships
• New Scots aged 16-24 applying for apprenticeships