Primary Teacher/Head of school

Premier Education Ltd; Buxton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE payroll

Dedicated Premier Education consultant

Job summary

Premier Education Ltd is recruiting for a Head of School on a short-term leadership placement near Buxton. The role combines three leadership days with two teaching days per week for approximately 8–10 weeks in the Autumn Term.

The successful candidate must have QTS and prior UK school leadership experience, with strong classroom teaching abilities and a proven track record in safeguarding and staff leadership.

Qualifications

• QTS is essential and must be current.
• UK school leadership experience is essential.
• Experience as Headteacher/Head of School/Deputy Headteacher or senior Assistant Headteacher is desirable.
• Strong classroom teaching experience is required.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills are needed.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and school policies is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day school leadership and management 3 days per week.
• Teach for 2 days per week and plan engaging lessons.
• Support and guide teaching and support staff to maintain high standards of learning.
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are followed and liaise with governors.
• Collaborate with staff and stakeholders for smooth school operations.

Skills

QTS

UK leadership experience

Head of School/Deputy Headteacher

Strong classroom teaching

Staff leadership & management

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Head of School - Short-Term Leadership Opportunity

Location: Buxton Area, High Peak

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Temporary - Approximately 8-10 Weeks

Hours: Full-Time, 5 Days per Week

Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience, paid weekly via our in-house PAYE payroll

Premier Education is working with a welcoming school near Buxton seeking an experienced Head of School to provide leadership and teaching support for approximately 8-10 weeks during the Autumn Term.

This is a full-time position combining three days of Head of School responsibilities with two days of classroom teaching each week.

We are looking for an experienced and confident education professional who can provide effective day-to-day leadership, support staff and pupils, and maintain high standards of teaching and learning throughout the placement.

The Role:

• Working 3 days per week as Head of School
• Providing effective day-to-day leadership and management of the school
• Supporting and guiding teaching and support staff
• Maintaining high standards of teaching, learning and pupil behaviour
• Supporting the school's safeguarding responsibilities and ensuring procedures are followed
• Working closely with staff, governors and other stakeholders
• Ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school
• Teaching for 2 days per week
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons appropriate to the class
• Monitoring pupil progress and maintaining a positive learning environment

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Previous UK school leadership experience is essential
• Experience as a Headteacher, Head of School, Deputy Headteacher or experienced Assistant Headteacher would be highly desirable
• Strong classroom teaching experience
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and school policies
• Ability to lead and support staff confidently
• Flexible, approachable and able to quickly become part of an established school team
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Able to commit to the full 8-10 week placement

What's on Offer:

• Short-term senior leadership opportunity near Buxton
• Full-time, 5 days per week
• Approximately 8-10 weeks during the Autumn Term
• Combination of 3 leadership days and 2 teaching days per week
• Competitive daily rate reflecting the seniority of the position
• Weekly pay through our in-house PAYE payroll
• Support from a dedicated Premier Education consultant

The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices. This role involves significant safeguarding responsibilities, and candidates must be committed to promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship for non-UK candidates. INDAMC