Depute Headteacher - Burgh Primary School

Job Details

Grade: DHT-HT PT2

Salary: £67,059 per annum

Hours: 35 Contract

Duration: Permanent

Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland.

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Please note interviews will be taking place on Monday 26 January 2026.

Role Purpose

Burgh Primary School are looking for a Deputy Headteacher to assist and, where necessary, to deputise for the Headteacher in the conduct of the schools affairs.

Essential

• Full GTC registration

• Evidence of Continued Professional Development

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Kirsty Hadden by telephone on 01896 752761 or by email at Kirsty.Hadden@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.