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Interim Senior Leader
Posted 1 week ago by 1749572821
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London
Summary: The role of Interim Senior Leader at a secondary school involves providing strategic leadership and management during a transitional period. The successful candidate will focus on maintaining high standards of teaching and learning while supporting staff and students. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the school's development and direction. Qualified candidates will have a strong background in educational leadership and a commitment to student welfare.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management across the school.
- Lead on specific areas such as curriculum development, pastoral care, behaviour, or teaching and learning (depending on experience and school needs).
- Support and challenge middle leaders to drive improvement and raise standards.
- Monitor and evaluate school performance data to inform planning and interventions.
- Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of all students.
- Foster a positive and inclusive school culture that promotes high expectations and achievement.
Key Skills:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and substantial teaching experience in a secondary setting.
- Proven track record of successful leadership at middle or senior level.
- Strong understanding of school improvement strategies and curriculum leadership.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to inspire, motivate and support staff and students.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Salary (Rate): £70000 yearly
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
Job Opportunity: Interim Senior Leader (Secondary School)
Contract: Fixed-term (e.g., 1–2 terms)
Salary: Leadership Scale (dependent on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Senior Leader to join our dedicated leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate educational leader to make a significant impact during a period of transition and development. As an Interim Senior Leader, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of teaching and learning, supporting staff and students, and contributing to the strategic direction of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management across the school.
- Lead on specific areas such as curriculum development, pastoral care, behaviour, or teaching and learning (depending on experience and school needs).
- Support and challenge middle leaders to drive improvement and raise standards.
- Monitor and evaluate school performance data to inform planning and interventions.
- Ensure safeguarding and wellbeing of all students.
- Foster a positive and inclusive school culture that promotes high expectations and achievement.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and substantial teaching experience in a secondary setting.
Proven track record of successful leadership at middle or senior level.
Strong understanding of school improvement strategies and curriculum leadership.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to inspire, motivate and support staff and students.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Join Us?
Supportive and collaborative leadership team.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact during a key phase of school development.
Engaged and enthusiastic student body.
A school committed to professional development and continuous improvement.
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