Principal Teacher Primary

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Principal Teacher Primary (Temporary) (1FTE)

Cargenbridge Primary

PT01 £57,498

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Principal Teacher for 35 hours per week within Cargenbridge Primary School. The successful candidate will be required to lead and manage a team of staff to support the delivery of high-quality learning and teaching and to improve outcomes for all pupils.

 

This post will involve responsibility for a defined area of the school, such as stage, curricular area or Pupil Equity Funding, and contributing to whole school improvement priorities. The postholder will work in partnership with the Headteacher to support the effective leadership and management of the school, including the day-to-day organisation and running of the establishment.

 

The successful candidate will be expected to promote high standards of professional practice, support and challenge colleagues, and use a range of approaches to monitor and evaluate learning and teaching. They will contribute to raising attainment and achievement and ensure a consistent approach to meeting the needs of all learners.

 

This position is temporary until August 2027. This position may be suitable for secondment. Line Management approval should be sought before applying for the position.

 

Applicants will be considered from candidates for part time hours.

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Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector.

 

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.  From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council. 

 

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

 

Required Information

As part of the recruitment and selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form and will be read in conjunction with your application form.

 

Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School.  The reference should be submitted prior to the closing date.  The reference for this vacancy should be emailed to: gw08rossdaniel@glow.sch.uk

 

National Pay and Leave Calculation

Please refer to important information in the attached briefing note or to www.snct.org.uk Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification.

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing.  Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more.  Employees also get access to membership of  Scottish Teachers’ Pension Scheme, exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.” 

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact:

Daniel Ross, Acting Headteacher on tel. 01387 273550 or email: gw08rossdaniel@glow.sch.uk