Headteacher

“AIM HIGH AND NEVER GIVE UP”

Wilthorpe Primary School is the product of a successful amalgamation of Infant and Junior Schools which occurred in 2013. Our Headteacher, who has laid secure foundations for the future, most significantly in getting the school to ‘Good’ this May, took a well-deserved retirement at the end of the last academic year.

Are you the outstanding individual who is going to take up the reins and lead us on the next stage of our journey?

Ours is one of the largest primary schools in Barnsley, a thriving market town in Yorkshire, easily accessible by road or rail, and within easy commutable distance of Leeds, Wakefield, Sheffield and Doncaster. Despite our urban location, we are also in close proximity to some of the most beautiful greenbelt land in the country.

We are justifiably proud of our school, and have high aspirations and expectations for further and improved outcomes for our children, and the wider school community, and this is therefore a rare and exciting opportunity for an inspirational and dynamic leader to consolidate and build on our school’s successes, and drive us forward into the future.

Candidates must have a proven track record of excellence as primary practitioners in a school leadership role, and demonstrate the qualities, passion, and vision that will enable the school to flourish.

The reward for the successful candidate will be the opportunity to work with enthusiastic children who share a love of learning, proactive parents, a large and dedicated staff team, a highly supportive Governing Board that is committed to raising aspirations as well as standards, and partner schools within a successful town centre collaboration.

Informal visits to the school are warmly welcomed by prior appointment. Application forms and further details are also available from the school. Please contact Wendy Parker, School Business Manager on 01226 288676 or email w.parker@barnsley.org

Completed applications should be returned to the school no later than noon on Monday 7th November when shortlisting will take place. 
Assessment exercises and formal interviews will be held in school on Monday 14th and Tuesday 15th November.

Wilthorpe Primary School is an equal opportunities employer.

Wilthorpe Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors, and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, as well as pre-employment references.