Visionary Executive Head Teacher – Early Years Federation

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Monkchester Road Nursery School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Executive Head Teacher to lead the Federation of Nursery Schools with a strong focus on child development, pedagogy and staff development. The role requires strategic oversight and hands-on expertise in early childhood education.

The successful candidate will prioritise safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practices (SEND) while driving high-quality early years provision across three nurseries. Closing date is 14 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience leading executive head in a federation of nurseries.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Advocate for inclusion (SEND) and for safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Monkchester Road Nursery School and the federation.
• Oversee pedagogy, curriculum delivery and staff development across the trust.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare and well-being of young children.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Child development

Pedagogy

Staff development

EYFS knowledge

Job description

Monkchester Road Nursery School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Executive Head Teacher to lead the Federation of Nursery Schools with a strong focus on child development, pedagogy and staff development. The role requires strategic oversight and hands-on expertise in early childhood education.

The successful candidate will prioritise safeguarding, wellbeing, and inclusive practices (SEND) while driving high-quality early years provision across three nurseries. Closing date is 14 October 2026.