A Lanark primary school begins search for new Principal Teacher

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A Lanark primary school has begun its search for a new Principal Teacher, which could see the successful applicant rake in a salary of £48,063.Robert Owen Memorial Primary School in Lanark is looking for a new Head Teacher that can help continue the school’s ‘mission to make positive meaningful changes in the lives of young people’.

The newly appointed head expected to work a 35-hour week.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android As for the job specification, whoever is to be appointed must meet a certain criteria of being a member of the General Teaching Council (Scotland).The job profile detailed what the role of the Principal Teacher would be, some of it read: “The Principal Teacher will, when necessary, provide staff with support and advice in implementing the aims of the school.“In line with the school Improvement Plan and candidates’ own experience, the Principal Teacher will assume responsibility for specific curricular areas or cross-curricular initiatives.“The Principal Teacher will assist in the embedding of values, purpose and principles of a Curriculum for Excellence into the school’s teaching and learning practices.”The closing date for applications is March 19. Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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