Head Teacher — Lead Inclusive Primary School & Wellbeing

West Lothian Council current; Michigan; On-site; USD 67,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Meldrum Primary School seeks an experienced Head Teacher to provide strategic direction and professional leadership, guiding learning and teaching from Early to Second Level within an inclusive school community.

The role focuses on improving outcomes in line with Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC, while promoting pupil wellbeing, rights and achievements at the centre of school life. Strong collaboration with families and partners is essential.

Qualifications

• GTCS-registered (Primary) or eligible to register
• Completion or progress towards Into Headship qualification
• Experience leading a primary school and driving school improvement
• Strong commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and professional leadership to Meldrum Primary School.
• Lead improvement in line with Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC.
• Promote wellbeing and inclusive practice for all pupils.
• Build strong relationships with staff, families, partners, and the wider community.
• Oversee operational and strategic management of the school.

Skills

Leadership

Inclusion & Equity

Child-centred approach

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Wellbeing focus

Education

GTCS-registered (Primary)

Into Headship qualification (in progress)

Job description

Meldrum Primary School seeks an experienced Head Teacher to provide strategic direction and professional leadership, guiding learning and teaching from Early to Second Level within an inclusive school community.

The role focuses on improving outcomes in line with Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC, while promoting pupil wellbeing, rights and achievements at the centre of school life. Strong collaboration with families and partners is essential.