Head of School (8–10 Weeks) - Lead & Teach

Premier Education Ltd; Buxton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Dedicated Premier Education consultant

Job summary

Premier Education Ltd is recruiting for a Head of School on a short-term leadership placement near Buxton. The role combines three leadership days with two teaching days per week for approximately 8–10 weeks in the Autumn Term.

The successful candidate must have QTS and prior UK school leadership experience, with strong classroom teaching abilities and a proven track record in safeguarding and staff leadership.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential and must be current.
• UK school leadership experience is essential.
• Experience as Headteacher/Head of School/Deputy Headteacher or senior Assistant Headteacher is desirable.
• Strong classroom teaching experience is required.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills are needed.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and school policies is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day school leadership and management 3 days per week.
• Teach for 2 days per week and plan engaging lessons.
• Support and guide teaching and support staff to maintain high standards of learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are followed and liaise with governors.
• Collaborate with staff and stakeholders for smooth school operations.

Skills

QTS

UK leadership experience

Head of School/Deputy Headteacher

Strong classroom teaching

Staff leadership & management

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Premier Education Ltd is recruiting for a Head of School on a short-term leadership placement near Buxton. The role combines three leadership days with two teaching days per week for approximately 8–10 weeks in the Autumn Term.

The successful candidate must have QTS and prior UK school leadership experience, with strong classroom teaching abilities and a proven track record in safeguarding and staff leadership.