Depute Head Teacher, Viewlands Primary School - PKC13771 in Perth

Main Purpose of the Role

Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job. It's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch.

We currently have the following opportunity: Depute Head Teacher (PKC13771) at Viewlands Primary School, Perth, with a salary of £65,214. The Depute Head Teacher will support the Head Teacher in providing strong, strategic leadership for the school and will play a key role in securing high quality learning experiences and positive outcomes for all pupils. The role will include the remit for our Primary 5-7 classes.

The post holder will contribute to the leadership and management of Viewlands Primary School, a large and diverse school, promoting a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and continuous improvement. They will lead and manage learning and teaching, support staff development, and work collaboratively to move the school forward on its improvement journey.

Please note we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience of effective leadership within a primary school setting, with the ability to support, motivate, and challenge colleagues.
• Strong resilience and emotional intelligence, with the capacity to remain calm, solution focused, and professional in a fast paced and demanding environment.
• A clear track record of leading and managing high quality learning and teaching, including monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of practice.
• Ability to build and sustain excellent relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and external partners, promoting a positive, inclusive school culture.
• Experience of contributing to school improvement planning, self evaluation, and driving change to improve outcomes for learners.
• Strong understanding of inclusive practice, equity, and wellbeing, particularly in a diverse school community.
• Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work collaboratively and manage difficult conversations sensitively.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands.
• Excellent IT and digital skills, with confidence in using technology to support learning and teaching, staff development, data analysis, and school communication.
• A clear commitment to professional learning, reflective practice, and ongoing leadership development.

Benefits

• A nationally agreed annual leave entitlement
• Eligibility to join the Scottish Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, and our Wellbeing Framework
• Access to a range of benefits

Required Checks

• Working with children and/or protected adults is a regulated role; under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will need to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check and maintain your membership.
• If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more within the last 10 years, whilst over the age of 18, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required.
• GTCS registration is required.
• Appointment is subject to evidence supplied during the selection process, including references, eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications, and fitness to undertake the post.

Equality and Diversity

We welcome applications from everyone and, as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Diversity is important to us – we welcome applications from all backgrounds, including former armed forces personnel/reservists.