Head Teacher

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Our vision is to develop Aberdeen as a City for Learning, with public, voluntary and private sectors working together to provide a quality learning environment for all our citizens. Inclusion, raising achievement and lifelong learning lie at the heart of our plans, and professional and motivated teachers are crucial in providing high quality learning experiences for young people.

A unique and excellent leadership opportunity has arisen in the post of Head Teacher of Brimmond School, a flagship school in the City of Aberdeen.

Brimmond School was formed in 2013 following the amalgamation of Bucksburn and Newhills Schools in Aberdeen and is a member of the Bucksburn Associated Schools' Group which includes Kingswells and Stoneywood Schools, as well as Bucksburn Academy.

The school is scheduled to move to a brand new, state-of-the-art school building which will be the latest part of the Council's commitment to modernising the schools' estate. The new school building is due to open in August 2015 and will serve a population of approximately 400 pupils. There is provision for a double 40 place nursery, a base for pupils with additional support needs and the Vision Support Service.

Qualification Requirements

Full GTC (Scotland) Registration in relevant subject. PVG Membership for Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults or willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made

Specific Requirements

To lead and manage the affairs of the school, enabling the delivery of a quality education through the appropriate involvement of the pupils, staff, parents, multidisciplinary agencies and the community it serves. This will be done in accordance with the Authority's Strategic Plan, Local Improvement Objectives, the school's Improvement Plan and in line with current legislation and national and local agreements.

The following vacancy is available now, and appointment will be subject to full registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS), Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT.

Closing Date: 10th September 2014

Apply online at www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/job

The Council's Relocation Scheme will apply to new employees who move to Aberdeen.

Aberdeen - City for Learning

Brimmond School