Interim Senior Leader (Primary School)
- Sophie Riddington
- Lead Principal Delivery Consultant
Interim Senior Leader Opportunity- Primary School, Northamptonshire
Role Summary
Panoramic Associates is supporting a primary school in Northamptonshire who require an interim Senior Leader to add capacity across the school, supporting with day-to-day management, enabling the existing SLT to focus on strategic development, and to maintain the schools high standards especially in behaviour and safeguarding, until longer-term arrangements are secured.
Key Responsibilities
- Take responsibility for managing and resolving escalated behaviour incidents, supporting staff with effective behaviour strategies
- Provide visible leadership within the school to ensure consistent application of behaviour and safeguarding policies
- Lead safeguarding initiatives, attend multi-agency safeguarding meetings, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
- Monitor and improve attendance, attending relevant meetings and supporting staff with attendance initiatives
- Engage with parents and the wider community on day-to-day operational matters and behaviour concerns
- Oversee daily organisational systems, ensuring key processes are functioning efficiently and following up on necessary actions
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven leadership experience in a primary school setting, ideally as a Headteacher, Head of School, or senior leadership role
- Strong background in behaviour management and safeguarding, with the ability to handle complex situations confidently
- Experience in operational school management, including staffing, attendance, and day-to-day organisational oversight
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate a high level of professionalism and discretion
- Knowledge of statutory responsibilities and compliance requirements in a primary education context
The role is initially until Christimas with a strong change of extending until Easter 2027. 5 days per week on-site, paid on a day rate. Interviews will take place ASAP, with a view to start immediately. For more information, please get in touch ASAP by applying below.
