At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage the school, supporting the Head Teacher and driving strategic initiatives.
- Company: Duncanrig Secondary School, part of a modernised educational estate in South Lanarkshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive working environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on students' lives in a forward-thinking school.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified Secondary Teacher with GTC registration.
The predicted salary is between 40136 - 49056 £ per year.
ACTUAL CLOSING DATE: Applications must be received by 27th August 2026 at 11.55pm.
Location: Duncanrig Secondary School
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: Depute Head Teacher 8, £76,617
Every school across our large estate has been part of an £800m+ modernisation programme, with the aim of creating an additional support needs and primary and secondary provision in South Lanarkshire that is second to none in meeting the needs and benefits of all our pupils.
The Depute Head Teacher is required to:
- Assist the Head Teacher in the overall management of the school as part of a Management Team.
- Deputise for the Head Teacher in their absence and have responsibility for the leadership, good management and strategic direction of colleagues.
It is our mission to make positive meaningful changes in the lives of young people. We aim to provide an exceptional learning and working environment for pupils and staff and work in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals.
We are now inviting applications from Fully Qualified (GTC) Secondary Teachers. You will assist in the delivery of the curriculum and contribute to whole school initiatives, as appropriate and will carry out the range of duties outlined in Annexe B of "A Teaching Profession for the 21st Century".
Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale, you may automatically be withdrawn from this position.
Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant.
This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Scotland Act 2020. This post is considered a Regulated Role with Children and/or Adults, in respect of the Disclosure Scotland Act 2020. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or Adults.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
In line with the Teachers' Conditions of Service, your salary for the remainder of this school salary year, which runs in conjunction with the academic session, may be recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue pay.
It is a legal requirement for any teacher teaching in a Scottish state school to be registered with GTC Scotland, General Teaching Council (Scotland) Registration.
An Overseas Criminal Records Check is required where applicants born outside the UK (Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland) or who have lived or worked outside the UK for a continuous period of 12 months in the past 10 years. Applicants are responsible for providing evidence of the Overseas Criminal Record Check.
The Council is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce. Therefore, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including under-represented groups within our workforce. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who have a disability, who are from a care experienced background, who are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background, from a military service background and from those who are new Scots.
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria as outlined in the job profile for this position.
As proud holders of the UK Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, the Council is also committed to supporting members of the armed forces community, including service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families.
EDUC 5324 - Depute Head Teacher - Duncanrig Secondary School (602425) - 5324-476456672 employer: South Lanarkshire
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