Vacancy Information
Days of Work:
Monday - Friday
To start asap.
The Cove is a specialist provision within Dunbar Primary School. Children who attend The Cove have a range of complex learning and communication needs associated with intellectual disability, autism and other related conditions. We have a strong ethos of inclusion and high expectations for learning and teaching. We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated Principal Teacher with a passion for education and experience of classroom leadership. Experience of working alongside other agencies to plan for and teach children with a range of complex needs is essential. Experience in leadership roles, line management of staff, including the PRD process and absence management, is desirable. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
Job Details
Subject to the policies of the school and the Council, the duties of Principal Teachers are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct. These should give reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to;
Curricular development and quality assurance.
Contribute to the development of school policy in relation to the behaviour management of pupils.
The management and guidance of colleagues.
Review the career long professional learning (CLPL) needs, career development and performance of colleagues.
Provision of advice, support and guidance to colleagues.
Responsible for the leadership, good management and strategic direction of pastoral care within the school.
Assist in the management, deployment and development of pastoral care staff.
Implement whole school policies dealing with guidance issues, pastoral care, assessment and pupil welfare.
Working in partnership with colleagues, parents and other specialist agencies as appropriate.
Working alongside class teachers to share best practice and take forward the Improvement Plan priorities.
Participate in the overall administration of the school.
Assist in aspects of the School Improvement Plan.