30 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    14 October 2026 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    14 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

Between £72,032 (L13) and £84,957 (L19)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Please note this role is for the Newcastle Nursery School's Federation not a single school.

Do you have the passion, drive and commitment to build on our success and lead our Federation of Nursery Schools into a vibrant and ambitious future?

The Nursery Federation consists of 3 schools across Newcastle Upon Tyne: Ashfield Nursery, Monkchester Road Nursery and Newburn Manor Nursery. These three schools are the only three stand-alone local authority run nursery schools in Newcastle. All 3 nurseries have a long history of offering high-quality nursery education which fully meets the needs of each child.

The Governing Body are looking for a truly inspirational Executive Head Teacher who balances visionary, strategic leadership with hands-on expertise in child development, pedagogy and staff development.

The successful candidate will be someone who is able to combine high-level operational oversight with a genuine passion for early childhood education. They will have a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and be an advocate for early intervention, inclusive practices (SEND), and for prioritising the social and emotional well-being of our youngest learners. They will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and will be able to ensure all staff share this commitment.Thank you for the interest you have shown in the post of Executive Head Teacher, at the Newcastle Nursery Schools’ Federation

A job description and person spec are included in the applicant pack that is attached.

Could applicants please submit applications using the Newcastle City Council application form which is attached. In addition we require a Safer Recruitment Form to be completed.

What the school offers its staff

Our three schools have children who are happy and creative learners; staff who are enthusiastic and keen to develop their practice; supportive governors who will actively support the successful candidate; strong and effective links with parents, the community and a wide variety of outside agencies.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Federation EHT Application Pack.pdf - 293 KB (opens in new tab)
Safe Recruitment Form.doc - 69 KB (opens in new tab)
Application Form - Autumn 2026.docx - 68.2 KB (opens in new tab)

About Newburn Manor Nursery School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 5
Education phase
Nursery
Size
65 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 5
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Newburn Manor Nursery School website
Email address
kay.mills@newburnmanor-nur.newcastle.sch.uk
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This role is for an Executive Headteacher for the Newcastle Nursery School's Federation.

The Nursery Federation consists of 3 schools across Newcastle Upon Tyne: Ashfield Nursery, Monkchester Road Nursery and Newburn Manor Nursery. These three schools are the only three stand-alone local authority run nursery schools in Newcastle. All 3 nurseries have a long history of offering high-quality nursery education which fully meets the needs of each child.

Arranging a visit to Newburn Manor Nursery School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email kay.mills@newburnmanor-nur.newcastle.sch.uk.

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