Interim Headteacher Bolton

Justteachers Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

justteachers is partnering with a welcoming and ambitious primary school in the Bolton area to recruit an experienced Interim Headteacher. This is a pivotal time for the school, requiring a strategic leader who can drive sustained improvement and maintain high standards of teaching and learning.

The role demands strong leadership across all aspects of school life, robust relationships with staff, governors, pupils, and the local community, and the ability to navigate a period of transition with

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has substantial senior leadership experience, ideally as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.
• Has a proven track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships quickly and inspire confidence across the school community.
• Has a clear enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, visible, and effective leadership across the school.
• Drive continued improvement in teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Support and motivate staff while maintaining a positive school culture.
• Work closely with governors and stakeholders to ensure the school continues to thrive.
• Lead the school with confidence during the interim period, ensuring continuity and stability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

People management

Education

QTS

Job description

justteachers is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and ambitious primary school in the Bolton area to recruit an experienced Interim Headteacher.

This is an exciting opportunity for an inspirational and strategic school leader to guide the school through an important period of transition. The successful candidate will provide strong leadership, maintain high standards of teaching and learning, and work collaboratively with staff, governors, pupils, and the wider school community.

The Role

The successful Interim Headteacher will:

• Provide clear, visible, and effective leadership across the school.
• Drive continued improvement in teaching, learning, and pupil outcomes.
• Support and motivate staff while maintaining a positive school culture.
• Work closely with governors and stakeholders to ensure the school continues to thrive.
• Lead the school with confidence during the interim period, ensuring continuity and stability.

Pre-requisites:

We are looking for a leader who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has substantial senior leadership experience, ideally as a Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher.
• Has a proven track record of school improvement and raising standards.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships quickly and inspire confidence across the school community.
• Has a clear enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply