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High School of Dundee

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The High School of Dundee is one of Scotland's leading independent schools. Set in the heart of Dundee, we offer an inspiring integrated education for boys and girls from Nursery to Form 6. The largest independent school in Tayside and Fife, the School combines its tradition for outstanding education with a modern, creative outlook. We place each child at the heart of everything that we do, in order to nurture their creativity, build their resilience and set them up with skills for life. We have over 1,000 pupils spread across our Nursery, Junior and Senior sections. Our city centre campus is home to our Junior and Senior pupils, while our Nursery is located a short drive away at Mayfield, alongside our top of the range sports facilities. The broad and rigorous academic experience we provide ensures that our pupils’ SQA results are consistently in the top ten of all Scottish schools. Just as importantly though, we place great store on an integrated curriculum which seeks to ensure the all-round development of every child. Our pastoral care system is woven into the fabric of everyday life ensuring that our pupils have all the support they need to flourish. In addition, a huge range of co-curricular opportunities are offered, enabling our young people to discover new talents and interests.

Founded:

1239

Number of Staff:

240

FAQs

What are the benefits of working at High School of Dundee?

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees. These include a competitive salary package, generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement plus discounted fees for the children of parents who work in the school. We also have an online savings platform, which offers discounts in many large retailers, travel operators and more. The High School is located in the City Centre with easy travel links.

How do I apply to work at the High School of Dundee?
To apply for a position at the High School of Dundee, please visit the 'Working for the School' page on our website. Our vacancies are advertised online, and we only accept applications in the form of a completed application form accompanied by a CV and covering letter.
Why do I have to complete an application form AND submit an application form/CV?
The School practices Safer Recruitment and is committed to ensuring that our recruitment and appointment process is robust and thorough for reasons of Child Protection. A standardised application form for each vacancy allows the School to consider the same information for each applicant. The CV is supplementary and the cover letter provides the applicant an opportunity to summarise reasons for applying and what he/she could bring to the role.
How does the school support staff wellbeing?
The School has a variety of policies in place to support staff wellbeing. The School also offers a free confidential counselling service and free access to the School's gym on the Mayfield site, Arbroath Road after school hours.