Interim Head Of School

Harris Lee; Essex; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Lee is seeking a Headteacher for a growing primary and nursery school (ages 2 to 11) opened in 2024. The role leads teaching, learning, and school improvement, with responsibility for staff development, resource management and budget oversight.

Experience as Deputy or Acting Head in a primary school is preferred, and QTS is required with NPQH considered for first-time heads.

Qualifications

• QTS is required.
• NPQH is encouraged if this would be your first headship.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching, learning and school improvement.
• Manage and develop staff.
• Oversee resources and budget.
• Build strong links with parents, governors and the local community.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budget management

Community engagement

Education

QTS

NPQH (if first headship)

Job description

About the role:
A growing primary and nursery school (ages 2 to 11) that opened in 2024. You would lead teaching, learning and school improvement, manage and develop staff, oversee resources and budget, and build strong links with parents, governors and the local community.

The school is looking for someone with QTS, NPQH (if this would be your first headship) and experience as a Deputy or Acting Head in a primary school.