Transformative Primary Head Teacher | School Leadership

South Lanarkshire Council; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer

Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher for St Elizabeth's Primary School, Hamilton. The role commands leadership of the 35-hour week post and requires driving school improvement in line with national and local frameworks.

Salary is on Head Teacher Scale 9 (£85,530 per year). Applicants should be registered with GTC Scotland, be willing to undertake the Standard for Headship within 30 months, and participate in PVG scheme processes.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and management skills in a school setting.
• Strong ability to develop and implement strategic school improvement plans.
• Effective communication with staff, pupils, parents and partners.
• Experience in staff development and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the affairs of the school in line with statutory duties and Council policy.
• Set clear aims and policies and ensure delivery across the school.
• Communicate aims to staff, pupils, parents and school users.
• Advise the Parent Council as principal professional adviser.
• Commit to achieving the Standard for Headship within 30 months of appointment.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Staff development

Education

Standard for Headship

Job description

South Lanarkshire Council is seeking an experienced Head Teacher for St Elizabeth's Primary School, Hamilton. The role commands leadership of the 35-hour week post and requires driving school improvement in line with national and local frameworks.

Salary is on Head Teacher Scale 9 (£85,530 per year). Applicants should be registered with GTC Scotland, be willing to undertake the Standard for Headship within 30 months, and participate in PVG scheme processes.