Head Teacher - Urafirth Primary School - SIC08296

Shetland Islands Council; Urafirth; On-site; GBP 3,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking an enthusiastic Head Teacher for Urafirth Primary School in the Shetland Islands. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant teaching qualification and be able to register with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). This permanent, full-time position requires leadership skills to positively influence the educational experiences of children and young people in the community.

Benefits

Permanent Full Time post

Relocation package available

Interview expenses paid from within the UK

Qualifications

• Candidates must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) or confirm eligibility.
• Experience in primary education is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Urafirth Primary School as Head Teacher.
• Ensure a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.

Skills

Good communication skills

Vision

Energy

Initiative

Self-discipline

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

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Are you passionate about teaching, learning and inclusion with the skills, confidence and energy to make a positive impact on the lives of our children and young people in the Shetland Islands?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Head Teacher to join our team at our excellently resourced Urafirth Primary School, Urafirth, Shetland.

Our beautiful location offers great opportunities for learning and we benefit from an excellently resourced school, at the heart of a caring, supportive community.

Urafirth Primary School is a non-denominational school located in Urafirth. It provides nursery to P7 education for children from Urafirth and surrounding areas. The structure of the school is 1 nursery class and 2 composite primary classes. There are currently 19 pupils in the school and 11 pupils in the nursery. The school is managed by a teaching Head Teacher.

Candidates should detail in their application whether they currently hold registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). If not, candidates should detail in their application whether they have sought confirmation that they will be able to be registered with the GTCS.

As well as the relevant qualifications and experience, qualities we are looking for in the successful candidate are: vision, energy, initiative, good communication skills and self-discipline.

More detail is provided in the Job Profile, Person Specification and Conditions of Service Summary.

Additional Information

• The grade of this post is Depute Head Teacher & Head Teacher 3
• Salary shown in the advert is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance of £2,859 per annum (pro rata)
• Permanent Full Time post for 35.0 Hours per Week
• Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made
• You must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) prior to starting in post
• We would welcome applications from flexible route probationers
• A relocation package does apply to this post
• We will pay interview expenses from within the UK
• We are happy to talk flexible working
• FTE of Post - 1.0
• Sector/Subject Specialism - Primary and ELC
• Qualification Requirement - Relevant teaching qualification.

During the application process you are required to give the names of two persons not related to you, who we can contact to provide a reference to support your application.

This post is based at Urafirth Primary School, Heylor, Shetland.

For further details relating to this post, please contact: Samantha Flaws, Director, Telephone on 01595 744093 or email [e-mail]

If you have a disability which prevents you from applying online, please call 01595 744032.

Information about Shetland

Shetland is an archipelago in the north of the British Isles where you'll find freedom, wildlife and wild beauty, but also a rich culture and dynamic, forward-looking society.

• Teaching in Shetland
• Living and working in Shetland
• Shetland Islands Council

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices and strive to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community.