Job Description
Cluny Primary School is seeking a positive, nurturing, and enthusiastic Head Teacher who is committed to ensuring that all children and staff aim high and are supported to reach their potential. The school community looks forward to welcoming a new leader to drive forward their vision of creating a safe and successful learning environment that encourages everyone to excel.
The school values ambition, honesty, positivity, resilience, and respect, which underpin its daily life and work. With a rights-based approach and strong partnerships with parents and the wider community, the school aims to foster a climate of high achievement. Located in the coastal fishing town of Buckie, Cluny Primary School had 329 pupils as of the September 2024 census. The SIMD profile indicates most pupils are within decile groups 5 and 8.
Requirements
The successful candidate will provide professional leadership and management of the school, ensuring the safety of all pupils and effectively conducting the school's affairs to benefit pupils and the community. This includes pursuing objectives and implementing policies set by the education authority under the overall direction of the Head of Education (Chief Education Officer). The duties of the Head Teacher include:
1. Leading and managing learning and teaching
2. Leading and developing staff, children, and young people
3. Leading change and improvement
4. Utilizing resources effectively
5. Building community
The Individual
Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) is required for working with children. A relocation package of £5400 (excluding VAT) may be available for this position.
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