Vacancy Information
Principal Teacher Salary Scale Point 1 (£55,155 per annum)
Temporary until 29th June 2027.
Days of work:
Monday - Friday
Start date: 11th August 2025.
About Sanderson's Wynd
Sanderson's Wynd is a vibrant and inclusive community. The school has 12 mainstream classes and 4 specialist provision classes within our Hub. We seek an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Principal Teacher to join us temporarily. Applicants should be confident in sharing their practice with colleagues and have experience in leading learning and practice, either as an experienced class teacher or Acting PT. For queries or more information about the school, please contact the Head Teacher.
If applying on a secondment basis, prior permission from your line manager is required.
Job Details
The duties of Principal Teachers, subject to school and Council policies, include tasks as directed by the Head Teacher, with focus on:
1. Curricular development and quality assurance
2. Contributing to school policy on behaviour management
3. Managing and guiding colleagues, reviewing CPD needs, career development, and performance
4. Providing advice, support, and guidance to colleagues
5. Leading and managing pastoral care and staff development
6. Implementing policies on guidance, pastoral care, assessment, and pupil welfare
7. Working with colleagues, parents, and agencies
8. Sharing best practices and advancing the School Improvement Plan
9. Participating in school administration
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification under 'Job Attachments' for detailed tasks and duties. Ensure you meet all 'essential' criteria to be considered for interview.
The 'East Lothian Way' outlines the values and behaviors expected from employees. If invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviors. Please review the document via the provided link.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Full GTCS Registration (General)
Evidence of CPD
PVG Membership:
This role involves regulated work with vulnerable groups, requiring PVG Scheme membership or update prior to employment. Records are regularly updated, and disclosures will be discussed and investigated before any formal offer.
Additional Checks:
If you have lived or worked outside the UK for more than 3 months in the last 5 years, an overseas criminal record check is required. Details are available on GOV.UK.
Additional Information
For more East Lothian Council employment info, visit: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo
Pay Arrangements:
For those starting after the first day of the school session, salary will be recalculated to reflect leave and pay accrual, with further details provided upon appointment.
East Lothian Council Primary Schools details can be found here: Primary Schools
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For further info, call 01620 827868 or email recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk.
Note: CVs are not accepted. Applications must be completed via the online form. Disability accommodations are available upon request.
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