Headteacher Primary (7/11023) Sheuchan Primary School, Stranraer We are seeking to appoint a dynamic leader with vision and a passion for learning who will, together with the management team, lead learning at Sheuchan Primary School, which includes a Nursery setting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape educational provision and is supported by a management team. Sheuchan Primary School is located on Leswalt High Road in the picturesque market town of Stranraer, in the west of Dumfries and Galloway. The school sits in the northern part of the town, close to Agnew Park and the historic Castle of St John. The school enjoys an excellent reputation within the local community and has a warm, welcoming ethos, supported by engaged parents, a friendly and committed staff team, and enthusiastic young learners. We are seeking to appoint a leader who is ready for an exciting challenge in leading a vibrant school community. You will have a vision and a passion for improving outcomes for all and to best meet the needs of every individual child. As Headteacher, you will lead the improvement agenda and drive the school s development priorities along with a professional staff team. The school community is very proud of the school and its long tradition of serving the community of the east of Stranraer and surrounding areas. Applicants who are seeking to find out more about the school and its unique context, or arrange a visit, should contact the link Quality Improvement Officer, David Maxwell by email: Dumfries and Galloway s approach to Education looks to combine the traditional values, ethos and atmosphere of this unique corner of Scotland with fresh 21st Century thinking. We are seeking to appoint a leader with vision and a passion for learning who will lead learning within Sheuchan Primary School. Our authority has been recognised as having a clear focus on building staff skills to improve learning and teaching, raise attainment and develop strong leadership at all levels. Applicants will have proven leadership qualities and experience in primary education and be committed to very high standards of achievement. A significant relocation package of up to £5000 is available to the successful candidate. Please follow the link to the Council s Relocation Policy. Applicants for teaching posts must be registered in the appropriate sector with the General Teaching Council for Scotland, Clerwood House, 96 Clermiston Road, Edinburgh, EH12 6UT. This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Please note that it is your responsibility to gather a reference and forward the completed document to the relevant contact within the School. National Pay and Leave Calculation Please refer to important information in the attached briefing note or to Part 2: Appendix 2.19, Pay and Leave Specification With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme , exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions. Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. For any queries about the recruitment process, please contact Kenny Pullen, Schools Manager - People at kenneth.