Principal Teacher of Home Economics, Perth Academy

Perth and Kinross Council; Perth; On-site; GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Perth and Kinross Council seeks an experienced Principal Teacher of Home Economics to lead the department at Perth Academy. The successful candidate will be pivotal in curriculum development, responsible for the educational excellence of students. Candidates should hold GTCS registration and demonstrate strong leadership skills, with a passion for improving students' learning experiences. This full-time, permanent position offers an attractive salary of £62,022 per year.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Arrangements

Supportive Management

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching role and strong leadership skills.
• Ability to develop and implement a curriculum effectively.
• Drive and enthusiasm for fostering an engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Home Economics department.
• Develop and enhance curriculum and extracurricular activities.
• Contribute to whole school improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Teaching

Education

GTCS Registration

Education Degree

Job description

Location: Perth Academy Murray Place Perth, PH1 1NJ

Salary: £62,022 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Job Description

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Principal Teacher of Home Economics - PKC12856
£62,022
Perth Academy

We are looking for an outstanding aspiring or experienced middle leader who can shape, develop and support this department to provide curricular and extracurricular excellence and equity for the young people of Perth Academy.

You will lead the Home Economics department, being responsible for all aspects of curriculum development, learning & teaching and the raising of attainment and achievement.

You will have the overview and strategic responsibility for the development of the department.

You will liaise effectively with home economic teachers, working collaboratively with others in the school to build a home economics department where young people can attain, achieve and build skills for life and work.

You will play an important role as a middle leader and will be expected to contribute to whole school improvement.

The anticipated start date for this post will be Monday 27 October 2025.

Requirements

Drive and enthusiasm and a clear vision for improvement, are essential attributes for the successful candidate in this large and thriving school community.

Responsibilities

We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share.

Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities . In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours . Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here's what we can offer you:

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

The Individual

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Eleanor Paul, Head Teacher on 01738 458000 or at [e-mail] to find out more.

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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current Head Teacher.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on [phone] or [e-mail] to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.

GTCS registration is required.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.