Interim Deputy Head

Interim Deputy Headteacher – Behaviour and Culture Location: Secondary school near Salisbury Contract: Interim, initially until Christmas Start date: ASAP Working pattern: Full-time preferred; 4 days per week considered…

Pay rate £400 – £550/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 2 October 2026

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Interim Deputy Headteacher – Behaviour and Culture

Location: Secondary school near Salisbury
Contract: Interim, initially until Christmas
Start date: ASAP
Working pattern: Full-time preferred; 4 days per week considered

We are recruiting an experienced Interim Deputy Headteacher to join a secondary school near Salisbury, with a focus on behaviour and school culture.

This is an opportunity for a confident senior leader with a strong track record of raising standards and supporting staff to establish consistently high expectations.

The role

Working with the school’s leadership team, you will:

* Lead on behaviour and culture across the school.

* Support staff to embed clear expectations and consistent behaviour management.

* Strengthen standards of behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.

* Help build a school culture that supports both staff and pupils.

The ideal candidate

You will be an experienced Deputy Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher or senior leader with:

* A proven track record of improving behaviour, culture and standards within a secondary school.

* Strong leadership skills and the ability to support and motivate staff.

* A consistent approach to behaviour management and high expectations.

* Availability to start ASAP and commit initially until Christmas.

Full time availability is preferred, although the school will consider an experienced candidate who can commit to 4 days per week

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