Head Teacher (Westoe Crown Primary School)JobsGoPublic

South Shields Full time £83,860 - £97,135 a year

Posted 7 November 2026 Closing date 20 November 2026

Checked 3 days ago · still listed on the employer's site Closes in 9 days · 20 Nov 2026

Brockley Whins Rail Station (2.9 miles, direct) South Shields (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) (0.7 miles, direct) Wallsend Metro Interchange (4.6 miles, direct)

Head Teacher

Westoe Crown Primary School

£83,860 to £97,135 pa (ISR: L21 - L27)

Numbers on roll: 595 (+ 43 Nursery)

Required for April 2026 or earlier

Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational and exceptional leader to this 3-form entry Primary School.

We are looking for a Head Teacher who:

Has excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to lead and inspire strong teamwork at all levels

Has a proven track record of School Improvement

Has a thorough understanding of effective teaching and learning in the Early Years and Primary phase

Is rigorous and effective in their use and analysis of data

Can translate a long-term vision for school improvement into clear short- and medium-term goals

We can offer:

A school where children are nurtured in a caring and supportive “family” atmosphere

Excellent links with the local and wider community

Delightful well-behaved pupils

Hard working and dedicated staff and a supportive governing board

Well-maintained premises in a prime coastal location

School commitment to continuous Professional Development

Visits to the school are welcomed. Interested applicants should

contact the school to arrange an appointment. Telephone: (0191) 4272160.

Closing date for applications is Noon on 20 November 2026

Shortlisting will take place on 25 November 2026

Interviews will take place on 10 /11 December 2026

Shortlisted candidates will receive details of the selection process.

To find out more about this role applicants are encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the school, to arrange the visit, tel. (0191) 4272160.

For a wealth of information about our school, please visit our website: https://westoecrownprimary.co.uk/

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