Inspiring Headteacher — Inclusive Primary Leader

West Lothian Council; Livingston; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lothian Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher to lead Meldrum Primary School. The post offers 35 hours per week, 47 weeks per year, and permanent status with strategic leadership across the school community.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction, ensure high-quality learning and teaching from Early to Second Level, and promote wellbeing and children’s rights. GTCS registration and Into Headship qualifications are essential, with PVG clearance requirements noted.

Qualifications

• GTCS-registered (Primary) and Into Headship qualification required.
• Experience delivering leadership in Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC.
• Strong commitment to inclusion, equity and child-centred practice.
• Proven ability to lead improvement and raise outcomes in a primary school.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and professional leadership within Meldrum Primary School.
• Ensure high-quality learning and teaching for all children from Early to Second Level.
• Lead improvement in line with Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC.
• Promote wellbeing, rights and achievements of children.
• Build effective relationships with staff, children, families, partners and the wider community.
• Manage operational and strategic demands of the head teacher role.

Skills

Moral purpose

Inclusion & equity

Leadership of a primary school

Relationship building

Strategic & operational management

Education

GTCS-registered (Primary)

Into Headship qualification

Standard for Headship

Job description

West Lothian Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher to lead Meldrum Primary School. The post offers 35 hours per week, 47 weeks per year, and permanent status with strategic leadership across the school community.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic direction, ensure high-quality learning and teaching from Early to Second Level, and promote wellbeing and children’s rights. GTCS registration and Into Headship qualifications are essential, with PVG clearance requirements noted.