Job Description
Depute Head Teacher £66,606
Type: Permanent, Full Time
About Midlothian Schools
Currently, Midlothian has 6 secondary schools, 30 primary schools (19 with nurseries), and 2 standalone nursery schools. Our special school, Saltersgate, supports children with various physical, social, emotional, behavioral, and learning difficulties. School sizes range from approximately 20 to over 1200 pupils, serving diverse catchments from rural to urban areas. We have a growing number of new build schools, with 13 primary schools and 1 secondary school constructed within the last 10 years, and more planned.
Interview Details
Interviews will be held on Friday, 23rd May 2025.
Requirements
Pre-Employment Checks
If appointed, employment is conditional on successful completion of pre-employment checks, including medical screening, two references (one from your current employer), verification of qualifications, and eligibility to work in the UK. Registration with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS) and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children are also required.
Registration and Disclosure
Applicants for permanent posts must be fully registered with GTCS. Details are available at www.gtcs.org.uk.
This position is considered Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Applicants must not be barred from working with children. Successful candidates will need PVG Scheme membership, with costs met by the applicant, payable via salary deductions over several pay periods. Existing employees will have the costs covered by the Council.
Applicants must disclose any unspent convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Failure to disclose may result in withdrawal of an offer. Having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify applicants; suitability depends on the nature of the offence and position.
Application Process
Apply online; facilities are available at all Midlothian public libraries. For assistance or reasonable adjustments, contact the Recruitment Team at 0131 271 3063, referencing the post.
Guaranteed interviews are available for Midlothian Council Training Programme trainees, disabled applicants, and care-experienced young people who meet the essential criteria.
Closing Date
Thursday, 15th May 2025
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