Depute Head Teacher - DEE06699


Company:	Dundee City Council
Salary:	£85,530 to £85,530 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Dundee, DD3 6SY
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Description

Based at St John’s RC High School, you will work full time, 35 hours per week.

Please note: References are no longer requested at application stage and will requested if you are successful in moving to the preferred candidate stage.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Wendy Sinclair on 01382 307060 or email stjohnsrchighschool@dundeeschools.scot

Requirements

You will be GTCS Registered (Secondary), and have proven and successful experience in leading developments (curricular and staff development), quality assurance and have experience in a leadership role.

You will also be required to obtain RC Church approval. Please see https://sces.org.uk/church-approval/ for information.

Responsibilities

You will assist in the effective leadership of the school and where necessary deputise in the absence of the Head Teacher. The remit of the individual Depute Head Teacher is detailed in the attached Job Description.

The Individual

You will have evidence of a wide knowledge of curriculum development in Scotland and demonstrate an up to date knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence. You will also have experience of a range of classes and have knowledge, understanding and involvement in current educational developments.

In addition, you will have evidence of appropriate Professional Learning in a range of areas, have good management, leadership, organisational and interpersonal skills and have a positive and caring approach and commitment to young people. RC Teacher’s Certificate in RE is desirable.

This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The 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 by Dundee City Council.

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