Interim Assistant Headteacher — Primary Leadership

Education Experts; Saltley; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Experts is seeking an experienced Assistant Headteacher to provide interim leadership in UK primary schools, starting September 2026. The role focuses on teaching and learning improvements, ECT mentoring, and leading English or Maths. DBS and right-to-work checks will be required.

Candidates should hold QTS, have substantial UK primary school experience, and be available from September 2026 for assignments across the West Midlands. Salary ranges from £285 to £315 per day.

Qualifications

• UK-based primary school teaching experience (QTS).
• Substantial experience in UK primary schools.
• Enhanced DBS checked and valid right to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide interim leadership cover for primary schools as Assistant Headteacher.
• Lead for English or Maths and drive teaching and learning improvements.
• Mentor and support senior leaders and teachers (ECT mentoring).
• Ensure safeguarding and compliance during interim placement.

Skills

ECT mentoring

Teaching and learning

Lead for English or Maths

Assessment

SEND

Education

QTS (UK)

Job description

Education Experts is seeking an experienced Assistant Headteacher to provide interim leadership in UK primary schools, starting September 2026. The role focuses on teaching and learning improvements, ECT mentoring, and leading English or Maths. DBS and right-to-work checks will be required.

Candidates should hold QTS, have substantial UK primary school experience, and be available from September 2026 for assignments across the West Midlands. Salary ranges from £285 to £315 per day.