Interim HeadTeacher

Teaching Personnel; Earl Shilton; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support from Trust

Consultant support

Immediate start

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Teaching Personnel seeks an experienced Interim Headteacher in Earl Shilton, Leicestershire to provide immediate leadership for the Autumn Term. You will lead day-to-day operations, set clear strategic directions, and work with staff, pupils and governors to safeguard progress and stability during this interim period.

The role demands proven primary headship, a visible leadership style and the ability to assess needs quickly. DBS checked and eligible to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• Significant primary headship experience.
• Enhanced DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the school.
• Provide clear strategic and operational leadership.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents and governors.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
• Identify priorities quickly and implement effective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Trust leaders and central support teams.
• Provide reassurance and stability throughout the interim period.

Skills

Leadership experience

Interim leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Education

QTS

Job description

Interim Headteacher

Location: Earl Shilton, Leicestershire

Job Type: Interim Contract

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Autumn Term

Salary: Competitive Daily Rate

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a Trust seeking an experienced Interim Headteacher to provide immediate leadership support within one of their primary schools in Earl Shilton, Leicestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven primary school leader to make a positive impact during a key period for the school. The successful candidate will provide strong, visible leadership, ensuring stability, continuity and confidence across the school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the school.
• Provide clear strategic and operational leadership.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents and governors.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.
• Identify priorities quickly and implement effective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Trust leaders and central support teams.
• Provide reassurance and stability throughout the interim period.

About You

• Has proven experience as a Primary Headteacher.
• Has held substantive Headship positions and/or successfully completed interim headship assignments.
• Is a confident, approachable and highly visible leader.
• Can quickly assess a school's needs and priorities.
• Has a strong track record of school leadership and improvement.
• Can inspire confidence and build strong relationships across the school community.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Significant Primary Headship experience.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate.
• Immediate start available.
• Support from an established Trust and central leadership team.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a school community.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the assignment.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Contract

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person, Earl Shilton, Leicestershire

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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