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 (PKC13047)
£66,606
Goodlyburn Primary School, Perth
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dynamic Depute Head Teacher with strong organisational skills and a particular strength in Early Years education to join the leadership team at Goodlyburn Primary School. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated experienced leader to contribute to the continued development of a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment.
As DHT, you will play a key role in shaping and leading the school’s strategic direction, you will have strong experience with ASN. You will be working closely with the Head Teacher, staff, pupils, parents and the wider community. You will provide leadership and management across the school, with a particular responsibility for ensuring high-quality Early Years provision, that promotes play, creativity, curiosity and strong foundations in literacy, numeracy and wellbeing.
Vision and Values: Demonstrates commitment to inclusive education, equity, and high expectations for all learners.
Leadership: Inspires, motivates and supports colleagues; models integrity, resilience and professional commitment.
Evidence of significant, successful experience in school leadership.
Experience of supporting children with additional support needs within an inclusive environment.
Evidence of contributing to school improvement planning and self-evaluation.
Relationships: Builds positive, respectful relationships with children, staff, parents/carers and partners.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written and digital)
Adaptability: Flexible and solution focused, able to respond effectively to change and challenge.
Professional Learning: Committed to continuous self-evaluation and professional development.
Skills & Experience Required
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We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share.
Our 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. 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.
Next Steps
We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Annemarie Sands, Head Teacher on 01738 454230 to find out more.
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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One should be your current or most recent employer. 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.
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.