INTERIM ASSISTANT HEAD

Pertemps; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Birmingham is seeking an Interim Assistant Headteacher to enhance Teaching & Learning and improve student outcomes. The ideal candidate will have a proven leadership background and a passion for raising academic standards. This role offers competitive interim rates and the chance to make a tangible difference in students' education.

Benefits

Competitive interim rates

Access to a supportive leadership team

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a leader or Assistant Headteacher in educational settings.
• Passion for improving teaching standards and student outcomes.
• Experience in mainstream, SEND, or Alternative Provision settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality of Teaching & Learning across the school.
• Plan and deliver CPD programmes for staff.
• Mentor Early Careers Teachers and less experienced staff.
• Analyze data to implement targeted interventions.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching proficiency

Mentoring

Data analysis

Job description

Overview

Interim Assistant Headteacher – Teaching & Learning

Are you an experienced leader or Assistant Headteacher seeking an interim role where you can make an immediate impact? Are you passionate about raising academic standards and ensuring every child has access to exceptional teaching? This fantastic Alternative Provision in Birmingham is looking for an Interim Assistant Headteacher to focus on improving Teaching & Learning and driving student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing the quality of Teaching & Learning across the school to ensure high standards are consistently achieved.
• Planning and delivering a robust CPD programme for teaching staff.
• Mentoring Early Careers Teachers and less experienced colleagues to develop teaching capacity.
• Acting as a role model for all staff, contributing to the school’s vision and values.
• Teaching a reduced timetable to maintain classroom connection and impact student progress.
• Analysing data to drive improvement, identifying gaps, and implementing targeted interventions.

In return

• Join a supportive leadership team including an excellent Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher.
• Have access to a well-established and motivated teaching team in a school that values collaboration and development.
• Enjoy competitive interim rates and flexibility within the role.
• Gain the satisfaction of knowing your leadership has a direct impact on students who face barriers to learning.
• Be recognised for your contributions and have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking school environment.

Role fit

This role is ideal for an Interim Assistant Headteacher with experience in mainstream, SEND, or Alternative Provision settings. If you’re looking for a short-term or ongoing leadership opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference, please “Apply Now” or contact Marie Quarterman at The Education Network Birmingham.

Additional opportunities

Not the role for you? Contact our team to explore other leadership opportunities or refer a friend or colleague to our excellent referral scheme!

About The Education Network Offer

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs. An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high volume of applications we receive only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 days.