Head Teacher

Head Teacher, East Ayrshire

East Ayrshire (pop. 120,000) has strong, vibrant communities where residents enjoy a good quality of life and have access to opportunities, choices and high quality services.  Set in a desirable part of Scotland, East Ayrshire offers a contrast of beautiful countryside and scenic villages. With excellent train links and the M77 motorway extension, travel time between Glasgow and Kilmarnock is around 30 minutes, making many of our schools easily accessible using these routes.

With 9 secondary schools, 42 primary schools some of which have their own early childhood centre, 3 special schools and 14 separate early childhood centres, our staff are committed professionals who strive to meet the highest educational standards and are encouraged to use creativity in their daily practice.

We are an inclusive authority where everyone shares the aim of providing children and young people with the best start in life. The authority has invested in a modern school estate including shared campuses, integration of children with additional support needs and, where possible, children in early years. Our team enjoys a high reputation for innovative practice, curriculum development and excellent learning and teaching. As one of our head teachers you will play a key strategic role as part of the education authority team and as a leader of an excellent staff group.

We are currently seeking applications for a leadership post in the following school:

Loanhead Primary School

(EAY002450)

Loanhead Primary School, part of the Kilmarnock Learning Community, has a diverse catchment area serving the central area of the town. With a current role of 236 pupils, the school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and nurturing values.  It is set in its own grounds which includes a well established garden with a flexible outside learning space.  The successful candidate for this post will have proven management experience with the motivation to take the school forward to its next stage of development.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please visit www.myjobscotland.gov.uk

Closing date 9 May 2014

For further information on East Ayrshire Council please visit www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk