Interim Primary Headteacher: Calm, Stabilising Leader

Smile Education Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment are seeking an experienced Interim Headteacher for a primary school in Earl Shilton. This urgent position requires a calm, decisive leader who can provide stability and clear direction during the Autumn Term.

The ideal candidate will have proven Headteacher experience, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and families, and collaborate closely with the school's Trust and education teams. Start ASAP, duration through Autumn Term.

Qualifications

• Proven Headteacher experience, substantively or in interim roles.
• Calm, visible leader who can build relationships with staff, pupils and families.
• Experience leading schools through periods of change and providing stability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the school during the interim period with stable, clear leadership and decision-making.
• Collaborate with the school's Trust and central education teams to align priorities.
• Hit the ground running with strong, consistent leadership from day one.

Skills

Headteacher experience

Leadership

Stakeholder relationships

Change management

Job description

Smile Education Recruitment are seeking an experienced Interim Headteacher for a primary school in Earl Shilton. This urgent position requires a calm, decisive leader who can provide stability and clear direction during the Autumn Term.

The ideal candidate will have proven Headteacher experience, with the ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils and families, and collaborate closely with the school's Trust and education teams. Start ASAP, duration through Autumn Term.