Principal Teacher, Balbardie Primary School, 488.31 – INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY – WEL08829

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Full time
Location: Bathgate
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Job offered by: WEST LOTHIAN COUNCIL
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Advert

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly from groups currently under-represented, including people with disabilities, those from minority ethnic communities or from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. West Lothian Council is committed to far-reaching changes to the way we deliver our Education Services. These changes include giving you the support and environment that you need to get on with your job and develop your abilities. Our dedication is demonstrated by the whole council achievement of the Investors in People Standard and always aiming a little higher in our service delivery and improvements. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our committed and dynamic staff team at Balbardie PS as Principal Teacher. We are a non-denominational primary serving the town of Bathgate and we are happy to be celebrating our 120th anniversary this year. Balbardie PS and Bathgate Early Years Centre are part of the Bathgate Academy cluster of schools. We work collaboratively with colleagues across all 6 schools to deliver a diverse and inclusive learning experience. Our school roll is currently 346 learners across 14 mainstream classes and 3 specialist resource classes. Our early years setting, Bathgate Early Years Centre, is an integral part of our school community. The roll of the Early Years Centre is currently 130. In addition to an enthusiastic team of class teachers, we have 7 Pupil Support Workers and 6 Advanced Pupil Support Workers who support learning for groups and individuals at all stages of the school. The successful candidate will join a Senior Leadership Team of 6 - the Headteacher, the Depute Headteacher, and 3 existing Principal Teachers. Balbardie PS has a very good reputation within the community and is well supported by an active and involved Parent Council and wider parent forum. The Parent Council works in close partnership with the school and provides support in identifying areas for improvement. There are well-developed, supportive partnerships established with a number of local organisations and groups. Distributed leadership is promoted across the whole staff team. Collegiate approaches are strong and enhance a positive climate for learning across the school. More details about our school can be found at

Balbardie Primary School . A relevant teaching qualification and registration with the General Teaching Council for Scotland is essential. This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Successful candidates will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment, and the cost will be met by the candidate. The fee for a Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59 or Existing Member is £18.

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