Head Teacher (Stanhope Primary School)

South Tyneside Council; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanhope Primary School invites applications for the Head Teacher post. The Governing Body seeks a dynamic leader to take the helm from January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter, with a strong commitment to safeguarding and the well-being of children and staff.

Applicants should be highly motivated, with outstanding interpersonal skills and a proven track record in leadership, management and driving excellence in teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to sustaining school improvement.
• Safeguarding and well-being of children and staff.
• Passion for raising standards and developing every child.
• Proven leadership and management skills; excellence in teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead Stanhope Primary School as Head Teacher and shape its future success.
• Build on school strengths and drive ongoing improvement while safeguarding pupils.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Raising standards

Teaching and learning

Motivation

Mentoring

Job description

Head Teacher (Stanhope Primary School)

L15 - L21

Number on Roll: 208 including nursery

Required for January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the Governing Body to appoint an energetic and experienced school leader to take up the post of Head Teacher.

Governors are seeking a committed and dedicated Leader to build on the school’s strengths and shape its future success.

Stanhope Primary School is at the heart of the local community and the school prides itself on a friendly and supportive atmosphere where children and staff are encouraged to be the best that they can be.

Applicants for the post should be highly motivated with outstanding interpersonal skills. They successful applicant will:

• Have a strong commitment to sustaining school improvement.
• Be committed to the safeguarding and well-being of children and staff.
• Be passionate about raising standards and committed to developing the potential of every child.
• Have proven leadership and management skills.Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning.
• Be approachable, receptive, and able to challenge, motivate and inspire others.
• Have high expectations of achievement and behaviour.

Shortlisting: 12 October 2026.

Formal Interview: 9 and 10 November 2026.

You are welcome to visit the school and can arrange this by telephoning the school office.

South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks and completion of a disqualification by association declaration form (Childcare Disqualifications Regulations 2009).

In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.