Subject to review on becoming a Primary School).
Sart date: 1st May 2016 but provision is made for an earlier start prior to the current Headteacher’s retirement to allow the successful candidate to get to know the community before taking the lead.
Hipsburn First School and Preschool is an Ofsted outstanding school for pupils aged 2-9 years, situated in a rural, coastal setting close to Alnwick in Northumberland.
The school has a clear vision that excellence is an expectation, everyone’s contribution is valued and respected so that every day is exciting and joyful!
The school is expected to convert to a Primary School in September 2016. Plans are presently being drawn up to extend the building and enhance the facilities.
Our current Headteacher is retiring. Governors, staff, pupils and parents are looking to appoint a dynamic, inspirational leader who is passionate about teaching and its impact on learning.
The successful candidate will ensure that the school’s caring ethos is firmly embedded in all that we do, to guarantee that all children access the very best educational experiences.
You will be supported by a highly motivated and experienced team. You will have the opportunity to transform an outstanding First School into an outstanding Primary School.
We are proud of our school, please visit our website (www.hipsburn.northumberland.sch.uk). Please come and visit us for an informal chat and look round.
Closing date: 7 December 2015.
Shortlisting date: 8 December 2015.
Interview date: 16 and possibly 17 December 2015.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff must share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced DBS checks.
To arrange a visit to school please contact the School’s Admin Office on 01665 830210 or email: admin@hipsburn.northumberland.sch.uk.
Please apply online via: https://www.hirewire.co.uk/LA/1053601/MS_JobDetails.aspx?JobID=65262 or by email to: Lisa.Headington@northumberland.gcsx.gov.uk.
Hipsburn First School
Number on Roll
Preschool: 33 part-time
School: 93
Lesbury, Alnwick, Northumberland