Lead Educator

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Midlothian Council Full time

Position Overview

Role: HT/DHT - £72,

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Schedule: Full Time

Candidates are expected to obtain or already possess approval from the Catholic Church when applying for this position.

St. David's RC Primary and ELC Setting operates as a denominational, co-educational institution located in the Dalkeith region of Midlothian. The establishment currently accommodates 7 classes for P1 to P7 students, with an enrollment of nearly pupils, alongside an Early Learning and Childcare setting that provides spaces for 40 children aged 3-5, receiving hours of ELC throughout a session.

Our vision statement is continually evolving, aiming to 'enable all to flourish'. We strive to integrate our core values and objectives into all aspects of school enhancement, including our PEF priorities, leveraging these elements to facilitate meaningful change. Our core values emphasize collaboration, healthy living, and fostering respect and responsibility. We bring these principles to life through our unwavering commitment to improvement and our focus on placing learners and their families at the heart of our decision-making processes. We are dedicated to collective learning and growth, regularly collecting data and seeking feedback. We value the perspectives and contributions of all stakeholders and engage in ongoing dialogue through various channels.

Our dedicated staff team is enthusiastic about driving transformation and enhancing outcomes for students. In light of significant growth and development at St. David's, our team has evolved considerably over the past three years. Our values and the needs of the school community are pivotal in our decision-making and operational processes.

Opportunities to reconnect and engage with the broader school community post-COVID have been prioritized to ensure a refreshed narrative and a cohesive approach to the rationale and drivers behind school improvement, ensuring that all voices are heard and acted upon.

We are passionate about nurturing talent and fostering a culture of opportunity. All staff members are encouraged to develop and grow within their roles, leading to positive outcomes for learners. Our staffing capabilities have been significantly enhanced through the effective use of PEF. All personnel are actively involved and committed to the process of school improvement.

Our students are eager and engaged participants in their education. We continuously involve them in discussions about their learning, and nearly all students report feeling valued and heard. Students are encouraged to take greater ownership of their educational journey and express their thoughts on matters that are important to them. Our upper school students are regularly provided with opportunities to lead various aspects of learning and advocate for change. Our House and Sports Captains play a vital role in promoting positive change and serve as role models and influencers within the school community.

Application Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks for Teaching Positions

Successful candidates will be required to meet pre-employment conditions, including medical assessments, two written references (one from the most recent/current employer), verification of original qualifications, and eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Registration with the General Teaching Council and a satisfactory PVG check for Regulated Work with Children are also essential.

General Teaching Council Scotland

Applicants for permanent positions must be fully registered with the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS). For further information on registration, please refer to the relevant resources.

This position is classified as Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if barred from working with children.

Successful candidates will need to obtain PVG Scheme membership for Regulated Work with Children. You will be required to join the Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check prior to commencing employment, with the associated costs being the responsibility of the candidate. The fee for Full PVG Scheme Membership is £59, to be repaid to the Council through salary deductions over 6 consecutive pay periods. The fee for a PVG Scheme Record Update is £18, to be repaid over 2 consecutive pay periods. If employment concludes before full repayment, the outstanding balance will be deducted from the final salary. Existing employees will have the application fee covered by the Council.

In your application, please provide information as required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, disclosing any unspent convictions. Disclosures should be made confidentially to the Employment and Reward Manager, detailing the offence(s), penalty, and date(s) of conviction. Please note that failure to disclose a conviction that is later revealed through a Disclosure Scotland check may result in the withdrawal of any job offer.

Having a criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from working with Midlothian. Suitability for positions of trust will be assessed based on the nature of the role and the circumstances surrounding any offences.

For more information on the PVG Scheme, please refer to the relevant resources.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted online. Facilities are available at public libraries in Midlothian for assistance.

If you encounter difficulties applying for this position or require reasonable adjustments due to a disability, please reach out to a member of the Recruitment Team for assistance.

Closing Date

Please refer to the official communication for the closing date of applications.

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