Principal Teacher (Social Subjects & RME)

Job Description

Based at Arbroath High School, Keptie Road, Arbroath.

Arbroath High School is seeking an ambitious and committed Principal Teacher of Social Subjects to join our leadership team, commencing at the start of the 2026/27 session in August 2026.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to equity, respect and high expectations for all learners. You will play a key role in driving school improvement, raising attainment and achievement, and promoting an inclusive, positive ethos across the faculty and wider school community.

This job offers an exciting opportunity for an effective practitioner and leader who is passionate about Social Subjects and dedicated to improving outcomes for young people.

Please note interviews will be held Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

Requirements

You must have the ability to become a member of the PVG Scheme.

Please refer to job outline and person specification for further details and requirements for this job.

About Angus Council

In addition, please refer to the "applicant guidance" document when completing your application form and to the "welcome to Angus" document and our website https://www.angus.gov.uk/jobs_and_training/working_for_angus_council for more information about working for Angus Council.

The Individual

We offer a guaranteed job interview to the following people who meet the essential criteria on application for a job:

Those with disabilities, recognised caring responsibilities, care experienced young people and ex-armed forces personnel. This also applies to our own employees with caring responsibilities, young people on apprenticeships and placements who meet the essential criteria for the job.