Inverness stand-in manager Duncan Shearer has ruled himself out of taking the job on a permanent basis.

The former Caley Thistle striker presided over a 1-0 triumph against St Johnstone in the first game since Terry Butcher's departure to Hibs.

Billy McKay's third-minute goal decided the result in a game where neither goalkeeper was seriously tested.

But with chairman Kenny Cameron possessing a shortlist whittling down the candidates for the manager's job, Shearer has no interest on being on it.

"Absolutely not," he said. "It's not for me, I had a taste of it at Aberdeen and I didn't like it.

"I'm enjoying doing my Under-20s and I'm enjoying helping the club keep things ticking over and loved it for the fans in this game."

St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright praised the defensive qualities of Shearer's side as the Perth side failed to break down the hosts.

Despite threatening on the counter-attack, Dean Brill did not have a save to make and Wright said it was testament to the effort Caley Thistle put in.

"They're a side that when you go one down against, it's hard to get back in the game," he added.