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Westquarter Primary School is a non-denominational primary school situated in the village of Westquarter, which is approximately 3 miles from Falkirk, with a current roll of 290 children across P1-P7, with spaces for 48 children in the nursery. 16% of our children live in SIMD Quintile 1 while 59% live in SIMD Quintile 5.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO
- join a multidisciplinary leadership team and help lead the creation of a learning community which takes a pride in its children and all they can achieve?
- make sure they realise that achievement?
DO YOU
- demonstrate that GIRFEC values are at the heart of your life and work?
- have very good communication skills, including working with parents and outside agencies?
- have a proven track record in school improvement?
CAN YOU
- lead a team of teaching and support staff who take a pride in what they have achieved?
- work effectively with others as member of a team at school, cluster and local authority level?
- demonstrate that you have made a positive difference to children’s learning and lives?
If all this sounds like you, then we want you to be the Depute Headteacher of Westquarter Primary School.
The Application Process
Please refer to the person specification included in the Job Description when setting out the skills, experience and attributes that you can bring to this specific post.
Should your application be progressed to the next stage please note the key date listed below:
- Long Leet Assessment Centre – 1 Dec 2026
Those applicants successful at the Long Leet event will then be invited to attend a Short Leet Interview.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate along with GTCS Registration.
The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook
Depute Headteacher - FLK14783 employer: Falkirk Council
Falkirk Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating positive change in the community, offering a supportive and team-oriented work culture. Employees benefit from a comprehensive local authority pension scheme, generous annual leave that increases with service, and a range of flexible benefits designed to enhance work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying opportunities for personal and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.
