Principal Teacher of Guidance, Stromness Academy

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Principal Teacher of Guidance

Stromness Academy

35 hours per week

Permanent

£60,495

The above amount includes Distant Islands Allowance.

You will be reporting to the Guidance Manager

Your working pattern is Monday to Friday. We are happy to talk flexible working, where possible.

We are looking for a committed and dynamic Principal Teacher of Guidance. As a Principal Teacher, you will be a skilled and enthusiastic educator; fully committed to the learning and teaching approaches of the school and to inspiring and motivating pupils and colleagues.

You will be responsible for one of our ‘houses’ of approximately 120 pupils in years S1-6. This role includes teaching PSE lessons, supporting pupils with their academic options and applying for destinations post-school. You will take responsibility for all matters to do with the welfare of pupils in your caseload, in line with GIRFEC principles. You will have a good knowledge of contemporary issues affecting young people and relevant policy. Excellent communication skills, with pupils, parents and staff, both in school and other agencies, are key to this role.

As a Principal Teacher of Guidance, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership of an aspect of the Guidance department. As part of our extended leadership team, you will contribute to whole school self-evaluation processes and the school improvement plan to ensure whole school continuous improvement.

Stromness Academy is a six-year secondary school on a well-appointed campus in Orkney. Our catchment area covers the town of Stromness and the West Mainland, a dispersed population with over two thirds of our pupils being bussed into school. The small size of our school (approximately 350 on roll), and our classes, means we know our pupils well and can be flexible to meet their needs. We are committed to providing a positive and purposeful environment where all our pupils achieve, as set out in our school vision. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to become part of a forward-looking school and a rich and vibrant community.

Further information about the school and our activities can be found on our website www.stromnessacademy.org.uk and our Facebook page.

The necessary qualification, experience and skills required for this role are detailed in the ‘must have’ section of the attached job profile. These criteria are used for decisions on shortlisting and appointment of applicants.

This post is a regulated role with children and requires Level 2 Disclosure with PVG scheme membership.

Interview expenses are payable for this post, click here for further information.

Relocation package is available in line with Council Policy for this post, click here for the Relocation Policy.

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 14 June 2026 with shortlisting taking place shortly after and interviews are scheduled for week commencing 22 June 2026.

For a discussion about the role, contact Paul Barber at paul.barber@orkney.gov.uk or on 01856 850660

We would welcome your feedback on our recruitment process.