Time off for interviews?

[shenzi]

I am working in a school for the first time, on a fixed term contract running until August 2015. I haven't been told either way whether my contract is likely to be renewed, but the child I work with has an uncertain future in terms of funding.

I have applied for a uni course and have seen a job at another school starting in September. I was wondering what the deal is generally with having time off for interviews? Is it the done thing to be upfront with my current Head about asking for time off?

[PotteringAlong]

Yes - tell the head and they should be fine.

[Buttercup27]

I was in a similar situation, I was covering a maternity leave and wasn't sure if I would be taken on pt or not. I was open and honest with my head, who was very supportive (even recommending me for jobs and helping with applications etc) Thankfully the Governors took me on pt but I think being honest with my intensional helped.

[Buttercup27]

Oops typo ! Intentions