£59,481
Blairgowrie High School
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Principal Teacher of Physical Education to join our team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for leading the PE department, consisting of the equivalent of 3.6FTE staff in addition to the successful candidate for this post, delivering core and certificated classes across S1-6, ensuring high quality learning experiences and outcomes for all learners. You will work closely with senior management, be responsible for the leadership, good management and strategic direction of the PE department.
An exciting time for the prospective post holder, construction of the new Blairgowrie Recreation Centre is well underway, boasting a large sports hall, a smaller hall, six-lane swimming pool, fitness gym, studio space, changing facilities, as well ancillary spaces and an outdoor all-weather pitch.
If you have the correct skillset and are keen to join a committed and dedicated staff team, then this may be the opportunity for you.
Blairgowrie High School covers the Eastern Perthshire area. We sit approximately 13 miles from Dundee to the east and 13 miles from Perth to the south. We are also close to Glenshee ski resort and the Cateran trail. Leisure pursuits to suit all tastes abound! Our current role is just over 900 pupils and predicted to grow for the next few years.
If you would like any more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Bev Leslie, Head Teacher on 01250 871200 or at Blairgowrie at pkc.gov dot uk
When completing your application for this post, please ensure that you provide contact details for two referees, including email addresses. One should be your current or most recent employer. If you are already employed as a teacher with Perth & Kinross Council, you are only required to provide 1 reference, which must be from your current Head Teacher.
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