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Deanston Primary School seeks a passionate and visionary Principal Teacher to join the leadership team. The role balances classroom teaching with strategic responsibilities to drive school improvement and raise learning standards in a nurturing, inclusive environment.
Successful candidates must be PVG scheme members for Children and will complete verification if progressed after interview. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Deanston Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, highly skilled, and visionary educator to join our school as Principal Teacher. As part of the school leadership team, you will balance classroom teaching with operational and strategic responsibilities, helping to drive school improvement, elevate learning standards, and support the Headteacher in fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment.
Interviews for this position will take place week commencing 5 October 2026
The successful candidate will be required to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) for Children. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified.
We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.
https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/oaihzij0/principal_teacher_deanston-_pt1_01092026.pdf