Job Title: Interim Headteacher Location: Yeovil, Somerset Contract: Full-time, Temporary Sector: Education - Pupil Referral Unit Pay: In accordance with the leadership pay scale, and a leadership allowance will be included. Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Interim Headteacher to join a Pupil Referral Unit in Yeovil, Somerset, for the upcoming autumn term. This is an exceptional opportunity for an inspiring leader to make a meaningful impact in a specialist educational setting that supports both primary and secondary pupils. As Interim Headteacher, you will be responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership to ensure the highest standards of education and care are maintained. You will lead a dedicated team in an environment that supports pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs, helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage the overall day-to-day operations of the PRU, ensuring a safe, supportive, and stimulating learning environment. - Develop and implement strategies to improve teaching and learning outcomes, taking into account the unique challenges and needs associated with SEMH pupils. - Drive excellence in educational standards, pupil progress, and behaviour management. - Foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, external agencies and the wider community. - Manage resources effectively, ensuring financial stability and compliance with statutory obligations. - Lead by example, promoting an ethos of inclusion, resilience, and respect throughout the PRU community. - Develop and maintain an effective framework for staff development, performance management, and succession planning. - Ensure effective policies and procedures are in place, including those for safeguarding and pupil welfare. Key Requirements: - Proven senior leadership experience within an educational setting, with a strong track record of successful management and leadership. - Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a degree in Education or relevant field. - A deep understanding of the challenges and strategies for working with pupils with SEMH needs. - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate others. - Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. - Resilient and adaptable, with the capacity to work effectively under pressure. <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Grace O'Neill&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009</strong></strong>