Headteacher - Chirnside Primary School

Job Details

Grade: DHT-HT-PT6

Salary: £76218 per annum

Hours: 35

Contract Duration: Permanent

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Teachers applying for permanent posts should be fully registered with the General Teaching Council of Scotland.

This advert has been extended until 03 June 2026.

Role Purpose

You will be an inspirational leader who models the highest professional standards, fosters a culture of inclusion and ambition and works collaboratively with learners, staff, parents, partners and the wider community to secure excellent outcomes for all learners.

Essential

• A degree in a relevant subject.

• A Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Education.

• Full Registration with the General Teaching Council (of Scotland) or an assurance from GTC that full registration would be forthcoming.

• A qualification in education leadership, such as Into Headship or equivalent or a commitment to achieve this within the required timescale

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Catherine Thompson at Catherine.Thomson@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.