Interim Deputy Headteacher | Year 6 & Inclusion Lead

Veritas Education Recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is supporting an Accrington primary school by appointing an Interim Deputy Headteacher. The role combines Year 6 teaching with dedicated leadership release time and sits on the Leadership Pay Scale L4-L9, depending on experience.

You will work with the Headteacher and SLT to shape school improvement, lead on Pupil Premium and Inclusion, and support staff development while maintaining strong classroom practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified primary teacher with QTS and KS2 experience.
• Experienced senior or aspirational middle leader.
• Ability to lead on Pupil Premium and Inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach a Year 6 class. Deliver engaging lessons, build pupils' confidence in their final year and prepare for secondary moves.
• Work with Headteacher and SLT to shape improvement priorities and support day-to-day running.
• Lead the Pupil Premium strategy and monitor its impact.
• Champion inclusion and work with SENCO, teachers, staff and families to enable SEND pupils to access learning.
• Support and develop colleagues using assessment to decide what pupils need next.

Skills

Year 6 teaching

Leadership capability

Collaborative leadership

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

Job description

Veritas Education is supporting an Accrington primary school by appointing an Interim Deputy Headteacher. The role combines Year 6 teaching with dedicated leadership release time and sits on the Leadership Pay Scale L4-L9, depending on experience.

You will work with the Headteacher and SLT to shape school improvement, lead on Pupil Premium and Inclusion, and support staff development while maintaining strong classroom practice.