Headteacher

North East Ambition; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Headteacher to lead and inspire its community. The successful candidate will have a strong background in primary education, capable of developing a strategic vision for growth and improvement. Responsibilities include being a visible presence in the school, supporting events, and managing resources and finances effectively. Join us in shaping the future of our school and making a positive impact on students and staff.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in the primary education sector.
• Ability to motivate and empower staff and children.
• Demonstrable experience in whole-school changes.
• Experience in resource and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote a strategic vision for the school.
• Be a visible presence in the school during the day.
• Support with classroom activities and school events.

Skills

Inspirational leadership

Effective operational planning

Management of resources and finances

Education

Teaching credentials

Job description

Chillingham Road Primary School
Ninth Avenue
Heaton
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE6 5XX

The opportunity to appoint a new Headteacher for our wonderful school is now here. You will be an experienced and inspirational educational professional with demonstrable experience in the primary sector.

As a role model for our values and ethos as a true community school, we would expect to see you, whenever feasible, in the playground at the start and end of the day making yourself available to pupils and their families.

During the school day we expect you to be a visible presence, including providing support where required in classrooms, and to support school events, both internally and externally.

You will join with us to develop and promote a strategic vision for the future which builds on the progress we have made, encompassing our values, and recognising changes and developments in education while celebrating who we are at Chilli Road.

As well as having excellent teaching and professional credentials, you will be an inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and empower staff and our children.

You will be able to demonstrate previous whole‑school changes you have introduced through effective operational plans and a review of their impacts and outcomes. You will also be able to evidence effective management of resources and finances.

We welcome you to visit us to find out more about this opportunity, and we will be holding 2 open days:

• 7th January – 9am‑12pm
• 8th January – 12pm‑3pm

Please book a slot by contacting our school business manager, Ashleigh Walker – [e-mail].

During the visit you will be accompanied by our Chair and other governors who will facilitate a tour of the school and give you the opportunity to ask questions to help you in your application.

To apply please contact [e-mail] before the closing date.

Candidates will be advised if they have been shortlisted for interview by Monday 26th January 2026 at 5pm.

Assessment and Interviews: Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th February (shortlisted candidates will be required on both days).

In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, online searches for the applicant’s name will be carried out as part of shortlisting before interview. Our school is a safe and inclusive workplace for people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The appointment of the successful candidate will depend upon a satisfactory enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service and other recruitment and vetting checks.