Head Teacher - Shared Leadership for Rural Primary Schools

South Lanarkshire Council; Strathaven; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher for Gilmourton and Sandford Primary Schools. The post involves leading teaching and learning, safeguarding and community engagement to deliver a high-quality 21st century curriculum.

The role requires obtaining the Standard for Headship within 30 months and formal PVG scheme considerations. This is a permanent full-time post based in rural Upper Avondale with a shared head arrangement.

Qualifications

• Must study for and obtain the Standard for Headship within 30 months of taking up the post.
• Applicants may be required to join the PVG Scheme and undergo disclosure checks as part of the offer.

Responsibilities

• Manage the affairs of the school for pupils and the wider community in line with statutory duties.
• Formulate clear aims and policies to be achieved within the Council’s framework.
• Communicate aims to staff, pupils, parents and other school users effectively.
• Act as principal adviser to the Parent Council and support parental engagement.
• Lead recruitment checks and ensure timely completion of safeguarding and eligibility checks.

Job description

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher for Gilmourton and Sandford Primary Schools. The post involves leading teaching and learning, safeguarding and community engagement to deliver a high-quality 21st century curriculum.

The role requires obtaining the Standard for Headship within 30 months and formal PVG scheme considerations. This is a permanent full-time post based in rural Upper Avondale with a shared head arrangement.