Principal Teacher

Job AdvertKinnaird Primary is seeking to recruit a Principal Teachers who is a highly skilled practitioner, committed to delivering the very best learning and teaching experiences for our children and young people.  The key policy document for Falkirk schools is Learning to Achieve.  This was co-created by headteachers, teachers, early years practitioners, support staff, parents/carers, pupils and other partners.  It sets out clearly our expectations for our class teachers, namely that they are practitioners who demonstrate commitment to meeting the needs of all learners by: reflecting critically on their practice being proactive in seeking professional learning opportunities that further enhance their skills and knowledge adopting flexible, creative approaches to meet the needs of all learners using current educational thinking to inform their practice making good use of professional collaboration in school and beyond communicating effectively with others We are looking for a Principal Teacher who: has an excellent pedagogical knowledge and experience of working in a severe and complex setting. is committed to continuous improvement. motivates, guides and leads others. leads learning and improvement. works effectively with a wide range of stakeholders to bring about improvement. uses skilled interactions when dealing with children, colleagues, parents and partners. You will hold an appropriate primary qualification and have a depth of exemplary teaching experience including relevant experience within Pastoral Support and Severe and Complex Needs. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership, the cost of which will be met by the preferred candidate. Applicants are encouraged to be explicit in detailing their skills, experience and attributes that they can bring to this post. The salary for this Teacher’s post is paid in line with SNCT Conditions of Service, please see Appendix 2.19 - SNCT Handbook