Interim Deputy Headteacher | Leicestershire | Immediate Start

Interim Deputy Headteacher | Leicestershire We are looking for an experienced interim leader to take on a Deputy Headteacher role at a specialist in Leicestershire. The Context The school is at an important moment. A senior leadership gap has opened up and they need an experienced, confident leader to step in, provide stability and lead the school effectively day to day. The School A specialist school with a strong therapeutic ethos and full-time therapy staff on site. The school takes its values seriously and wants a leader whose approach reflects that. It is a settled, purposeful environment with a committed staff team that needs strong leadership to bring everything together. Key Responsibilities * Leading the school day to day and acting as the main point of contact for all stakeholders * Providing clear strategic direction and stability to the senior leadership team * Leading on behaviour, welfare and whole school culture * Embedding a trauma-informed and relational approach across the school * Direct line management of staff What We Are Looking For * Previous Headteacher or senior leadership experience in a specialist or complex setting * A strong track record in behaviour, culture and safeguarding * A relational, trauma-informed leadership style * Immediately available or finishing a role at Easter The Details * Role: Interim Deputy Headteacher (acting Headteacher responsibilities) * Location: Leicestershire * Start: Immediate / post-Easter * Duration: Ongoing, through summer term and possibly beyond * Working pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week (less may be considered) * Daily rate: Competitive, dependent on experience