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Depute Headteacher (7/) (0.4 FTE)
Castle Douglas High School
DHT/HT05 £71,
Dumfries and Galloway’s approach to education looks to combine the traditional values, ethos and atmosphere of this unique corner of Scotland with fresh 21st century thinking. This post represents an excellent opportunity to be innovative in developing our culture of sharing and learning. As a member of the senior leadership team, you will work collaboratively with our partners and provide vision, direction and support to all in our school communities.
At Castle Douglas High School, we are not only committed to providing the very best educational experiences and opportunities but also to develop our young people as leaders and responsible citizens who will make a huge difference to the school community and beyond. We work in partnership with our parents and carers, our associated primary schools, member of the local community, other partners in learning and most importantly, our young people.
We are seeking to appoint a part time Depute Headteacher, (0.4fte). This post will form part of our management team to deliver courses as part of the BGE and /or senior phase curriculum as appropriate to meet the needs of our learners at Castle Douglas High School and Dalry Secondary School.
Applicants will have proven leadership experience in secondary education and be committed to very high standards of achievement. Applicants for teaching posts must be registered in the relevant sector with the General Teaching Council of Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clerminston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT
A significant relocation package of up to £ may be available to the successful candidate (Permanent positions only). Please see attached guidance for further information.
Applicants for teaching posts must be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT in the appropriate sector.
This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act. From 28 February, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.
Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.
Requirements
Required Information
As part of the recruitment and selection process we ask that you provide ONE completed reference alongside your application form and will be read in conjunction with your application form.
Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School. The reference should be submitted prior to the closing date. Please email the reference for this vacancy to Susan Ingram, School Support Manager -
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