Depute Head Teacher (Support), Kinross High School

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity:

Depute Head Teacher (Support) - PKC14326
£78,696
Kinross High School

Kinross High School is a thriving and ambitious learning community within Loch Leven Community Campus, committed to providing high-quality learning experiences and ensuring that every young person is supported to achieve success. We are seeking to appoint an outstanding Depute Head Teacher who shares our commitment to excellence, equity and inclusion and who will play a key role in shaping positive outcomes for all learners.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Depute Head Teacher will provide strategic leadership across safeguarding and child protection, wellbeing, attendance and engagement, Inclusion Support Provision (ISP), Support for Learning and pastoral care. The postholder will work collaboratively with pupils, families, staff and partner agencies to ensure that all young people are safe, supported and included and that barriers to learning are identified and addressed effectively.

The successful candidate will also act as Head of Year for two year groups, providing visible leadership and oversight of learner wellbeing, attainment and achievement. They will work closely with Principal Teachers of Guidance, support staff and families to ensure that young people receive high-quality pastoral support and guidance throughout their school journey.

The postholder will contribute to the strategic direction of the school, lead improvement across their areas of responsibility and support the delivery of the school's vision and priorities. They will play a central role in promoting positive relationships, improving attendance and engagement, strengthening inclusive practice and ensuring that learners' rights, wellbeing and individual needs are at the heart of decision-making.

Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

We are seeking an experienced and highly effective leader who demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and excellence for all learners.

The successful candidate will be fully registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland and will have a proven track record of successful leadership and school improvement. They will possess a sound understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, additional support needs, inclusive practice and approaches that promote positive wellbeing, attendance and engagement.

They will have experience of leading and managing change, using evidence and data to improve outcomes, and working effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills are essential, together with the ability to build positive relationships with young people, families, staff and partner agencies.

The successful candidate will be a visible and approachable leader who can inspire others, work collaboratively and maintain a clear focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for every learner. They will demonstrate resilience, professional integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement within a values-led Scottish education context.

Working at Perth & Kinross Council

We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share.

Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!

Here's what we can offer you:

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits

We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.

All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”.

Next Steps

We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Jillian Shaw, Head Teacher & Campus Leader by emailing KinrossHigh@pkc.gov.uk or calling 01577 867100 to find out more.

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Should you be invited to attend interview, you will be asked to provide 2 references, one of which must be your current or most recent employer. Therefore, when completing your application for this post, please ensure you provide contact details for two referees. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current Head Teacher.

As Perth & Kinross Council operates an open reference policy, the onus will be on you to provide us with your references.

Please note, as your references are required for the start of the interview process, it is important you approach your referees and ask them to complete and submit them by e-mail to recruitment@pkc.gov.uk PRIOR to the date of your interview. The job profile and reference template are attached to this advert for you to forward to your referees. You will not have access to them after the post has closed.

We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.

Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.

Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.

If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.

GTCS registration is required.

A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.