Interim Headteacher

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Interim Headteacher - Primary School

Maldon, Essex
Full-time | Start ASAP | Until the end of the academic year

We are pleased to be working with a welcoming, community-focused primary school in Maldon, Essex, who are seeking an experienced Interim Headteacher to join them as soon as possible for the remainder of the school year.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a confident and approachable school leader who can provide stability and continuity during a key period. The school benefits from a dedicated staff team, engaged pupils, and strong local support, and is looking for someone who can lead with warmth, clarity, and purpose.

The role:

Provide effective leadership and day-to-day management of the school

Maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour

Support and motivate staff, working closely with governors and parents

Ensure a calm, positive, and well-organised learning environment

The ideal candidate will:

Have proven experience as a Headteacher or senior leader within a primary setting

Be able to step into the role quickly and confidently

Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, and the wider school community

Lead with a nurturing, child-centred approach and a clear focus on outcomes

In return, the school offers a friendly and supportive environment where your leadership will be genuinely valued.

If you are an experienced primary leader available to start immediately and looking for a meaningful interim opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Why Choose Us?

As an award winning employer, we are committed to putting candidates & staff first.

We've partnered with The National College, an award-winning online CPD platform, to offer you a complimentary subscription to over 2,500 courses, webinars, and resources, helping you stay up-to-date with the latest statutory guidance, enhance your knowledge, and keep ahead of developments in pedagogy. Whether you're a teacher, support staff member, or school leader, The National College allows you to pursue professional development at your own pace and on your own schedule.

We employ the best in the business to provide an exceptional service to our candidates.
Top rates of pay (all rates are typically inclusive of holiday pay; however, we will happily accrue this upon request).

Awarded REC Audited Education Gold Standard status and we're proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Location:
Maldon
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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