Interim Headteacher

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a welcoming junior school in Wellingborough to appoint an experienced Interim Headteacher. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a confident school leader who can provide stability, direction and strong strategic leadership during an important period for the school.

The successful candidate will have senior leadership experience in primary education, a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing, and the ability to inspire and develop staff.

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience in a primary or junior school
• Experience as Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher or senior leader
• Strong understanding of the primary curriculum and safeguarding
• Ability to lead, communicate and drive school improvement

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, visible leadership across the school
• Maintain high expectations for teaching, learning, behaviour and attendance
• Develop and support staff to ensure high-quality teaching
• Oversee safeguarding, pupil wellbeing and pastoral provision
• Foster an inclusive school culture
• Collaborate with governors and external agencies
• Monitor school performance and drive improvement priorities
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic leadership

Staff development

Communication

Education

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

Headship qualification

Tools

Safeguarding training

Job description

Interim Headteacher - Junior School

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Interim Position | Via Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be supporting a welcoming and inclusive junior school in Wellingborough in the appointment of an experienced and inspirational Interim Headteacher.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a confident school leader who can provide stability, direction, and strong strategic leadership during an important period for the school.

The successful candidate will be an experienced senior leader with a clear understanding of primary education, a strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing, and the ability to inspire and develop staff.

You will provide visible and supportive leadership while maintaining high expectations for teaching, learning, behaviour, and outcomes.

The Role

As Interim Headteacher, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the school, ensuring that pupils continue to receive a high-quality, safe, and inclusive education.

You will work closely with staff, governors, parents, and external partners to maintain the school's strengths while identifying and addressing areas for development.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing strong, visible, and supportive leadership across the school
• Setting and maintaining high expectations for teaching, learning, behaviour, and attendance
• Leading and developing staff to ensure high-quality teaching and learning
• Overseeing safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, attendance, and pastoral provision
• Supporting and developing a positive and inclusive school culture
• Working closely with governors and relevant external agencies
• Monitoring school performance and driving appropriate school improvement priorities
• Ensuring the school continues to meet statutory and regulatory requirements
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and the wider school community

Ideal Candidate

• Proven senior leadership experience within a primary or junior school setting
• Previous experience as a Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher, or experienced senior leader
• A strong understanding of the primary curriculum and effective teaching and learning
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
• The ability to provide calm, confident, and visible leadership
• Strong communication and relationship-building skillsA commitment to inclusion and ensuring every child can achieve their potential
• A strategic and solution-focused approach to school improvement
• The resilience, flexibility, and emotional intelligence required to lead effectively on an interim basis

Why This Role

Opportunity to provide meaningful leadership within an established junior school.

The chance to make an immediate and positive impact on pupils, staff, and the wider school community.

A rewarding interim leadership position within Wellingborough.

An opportunity for an experienced senior leader to take on a significant school leadership role.

This position would suit an experienced Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, or senior primary leader who is ready to provide confident and inspirational leadership on an interim basis.