Headteacher
Dear Candidate
Welcome from the Governing Body
We are delighted that you are interested in the Headteacher position at Kirkbride Primary School. We are looking for someone to further develop our school judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in March 2023.
Our school is an integral part of a small and thriving village and far wider community. The post will appeal to someone willing and able to rise to the challenge of maintaining and improving our standards and high expectations.
As well as our academic achievements, we are also proud of the following:
- Our Promises Passports offering many adventures to our children.
- Full wrap round care, from 07.30 to 17.45, including a wide range of afterschool club activities.
- A dedicated, skilled, passionate and supportive staff team committed to care for and develop each child.
- The school has a passionate and hardworking PTA committee, who are very proactive within school, raising funds and supporting events.
If you would like to visit the school, please contact the school, to book on to one of the following tours, Monday 1stDecember 2pm, Wednesday 3rd December 9am or Thursday 4th December at 4pm, on 016973 51483 or email admin@kirkbride.cumbria.sch.uk.
Please send the completed application form and supporting letter of application (no longer than 2 A4 pages) to: head.recruitment@kirkbride.cumbria.sch.uk to arrive no later than 9am on Monday 9th January 2026.
We are very much looking forward to receiving your completed application form and covering letter in due course.
Yours sincerely
Mrs Shiona Bickley
Chair Of Governors