School Jobs in East Midlands

Assistant Headteacher – Pastoral Location: Mansfield Contract: Permanent, Full-time Salary: Leadership Scale L4–L8 (£55,747–£61,534), dependent on skills and experience Closing Date: Monday 13 July Interview Date: Monday 20 July About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Headteacher – Pastoral to join our senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an established leader to make a significant impact on the lives of young people by leading on behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and student wellbeing. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will play a key role in shaping the school's pastoral vision, ensuring that every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential within a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the school's pastoral provision, including behaviour and attendance. • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection. • Support the strategic leadership and continuous improvement of the school. • Lead, manage and develop staff through effective performance management and professional development. • Promote high standards of behaviour, engagement and student outcomes. • Analyse and use data to monitor performance and drive school improvement. • Support the day-to-day leadership of the school and deputise for the Headteacher when required. About You We are looking for a confident, resilient and compassionate leader who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs. You will have: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). • Proven leadership experience within a school setting. • A strong track record of improving behaviour, attendance and pastoral provision. • Experience working within an SEN and/or SEMH environment (desirable). • Excellent knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. • Outstanding communication, organisational and leadership skills. • The ability to inspire, motivate and support both staff and pupils to achieve their best. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality education and pastoral care for pupils with additional needs. If you are passionate about making a lasting difference and are ready for the next step in your leadership career, we would welcome your application. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

A well-regarded 11–16 secondary school in Leicester is seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to play a key role in supporting student engagement and safeguarding. Your Responsibilities Monitor daily attendance and punctuality using the school MIS Carry out first-day calling, texting and absence investigations Liaise with Heads of Year regarding persistent absence Prepare attendance reports for SLT and governors Meet with families to discuss attendance concerns Work alongside safeguarding leads…

SEN Assistant Headteacher - Pastoral Close date: Monday 13th July Interview date: Monday 20th July Mansfield Full-time | Leadership Role £55, 747 - £61, 534 per annum salary We are seeking an experienced and driven Assistant Headteacher - Pastoral to play a key role in leading behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and student welfare across our school. This is an exciting opportunity for an established leader to join a committed senior leadership team and make a meaningful impact on outcomes for …

Are you ready to lead a welcoming Church school where community, outdoor learning, and collaboration lie at the heart of everything? Tattershall Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School has an exciting Headteacher opportunity! Location: Tattershall, Lincolnshire, LN4 4LD Salary: £58,569 to £67,898 FTE Job Type: Full time Hours: 1.0 FTE Closing Date: Friday 11th September 2026 About Us: The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln in 2013. We …

SEN Assistant Headteacher - Pastoral Close date: Monday 13th July!!! Interview date: Monday 20th July • Mansfield • Full-time | Leadership Role • £55, 747 - £61, 534 per annum salary We are seeking an experienced and driven Assistant Headteacher - Pastoral to play a key role in leading behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and student welfare across our school. This is an exciting opportunity for an established leader to join a committed senior leadership team and make a meaningful impact on outcomes for students with additional needs. The Role You will work closely with the Headteacher to lead the pastoral strategy and day-to-day running of the school, ensuring high standards of behaviour, attendance and safeguarding. • Leading on attendance, behaviour and pastoral support across the school • Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead and promoting student welfare • Supporting the strategic leadership and development of the school • Managing and developing staff, including performance and CPD • Driving high standards of pupil behaviour, engagement and outcomes • Using data to monitor performance and inform improvement strategies • Supporting day-to-day leadership and deputising where required About You We are looking for a confident and resilient leader who can inspire staff and drive positive change. You will have: • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) • Proven leadership experience within a school setting • A strong track record of improving behaviour, attendance and pastoral provision • Experience within a SEN/SEMH environment (desirable) • Excellent understanding of safeguarding and statutory requirements To apply for this role and to get your application form ASAP as the advert is closing soon, please send your CV or contact Amy on amy@school-staff.co.uk or call 07442 087457. School Staffing Solutions are acting as an employment business for the vacancy Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Location: Northampton Salary: £29,540 - £32,597 FTE (Pro Rata) Contract: Permanent | 37 Hours per Week | 43 Weeks per Year Start Date: September 2026 Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead - Make a Lasting Impact in Education Are you an experienced safeguarding professional looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a lasting impact? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Northampton to recruit…

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Location: Northampton Salary: £29,540 - £32,597 FTE (Pro Rata) Contract: Permanent | 37 Hours per Week | 43 Weeks per Year Start Date: September 2026 Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead - Make a Lasting Impact in Education Are you an experienced safeguarding professional looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a lasting impact? Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Northampton to recruit…

Secondary SEN School | Derby Full-Time | 12-Week Temp-to-Perm Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an experienced Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to join a well-established Secondary Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in Derby. This is a full-time position , initially offered on a 12-week temporary basis , with the opportunity to secure a permanent contract directly with the school following a successful placement. The Role The successful candidate will lead on all aspects of safe…

Safeguarding Lead – Outstanding Secondary School – Northampton Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Northampton is recognised for its strong safeguarding culture, excellent pastoral systems, and consistent academic success. The school serves a diverse community and places student safety and wellbeing at the heart of its strategic priorities. The leadership team operates a robust safegua…

A friendly and community-focused secondary school in Chesterfield is looking to recruit an approachable and professional School Receptionist from January 2026 . The Role As the welcoming face of the school, you will: Manage the front desk and greet visitors Answer calls, emails and student enquiries Oversee the visitor sign-in process and safeguarding checks Support administrative tasks such as letters, printing and filing Assist with attendance logs and late sign-ins The School The school prid…

School Receptionist | Lincoln, Lincolnshire Professionalism and precision in our historic university city. We are searching for an organized and empathetic School Receptionist for a large, thriving secondary school in Lincoln . We need someone who can maintain a calm and tidy reception area even during the busy morning and afternoon peaks, providing an outstanding service to all stakeholders. The Snapshot Location: Lincoln (Accessible from Sleaford, Newark, and Gainsborough) Salary: £23,500 – £…

A well-established independent school in Kettering is seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organised School Receptionist to join their front-of-house team ASAP . This is a full-time, permanent role providing the first point of contact for staff, pupils, parents, and visitors. • School Receptionist – full-time, permanent • Independent 11–18 school in Kettering • ASAP start • Competitive independent sector salary About the Role The School Receptionist will manage the main reception area, …

Finance Assistant – Well-Regarded Secondary School – Leicester Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale We are looking to appoint a detail-oriented and reliable Finance Assistant to join a well-regarded secondary school in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial and administrative skills to contribute to the effective financial management of the school. The successful candidate will support the finance team in man…

We are working with a high-performing secondary school in Loughborough seeking a School Business Manager for an April 2026 start. This full-time role involves managing the school’s operations, finance, and support services within a technology-rich environment. The school is open to part-time or flexible start times for the right candidate with extensive experience in educational leadership. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the school’s resources are optimised to support…

A welcoming and well-organised secondary school in Northamptonshire is seeking a reliable and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join its business support team from January 2026 . The Role You’ll support day-to-day financial operations, including: Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records Supporting monthly and year-end reporting Assisting with budget monitoring and departmental queries Handling petty cash, trip payments a…

Are you a detail-focused and efficient Finance Officer looking for an excellent opportunity in a successful secondary school? A well-established school in Leicester is seeking a Finance Officer to join their finance team from January 2026 . About the Role: This role includes invoice processing, purchase orders, reconciliations, budget monitoring, financial reporting and maintaining accurate financial documentation. You will support the School Business Manager with day-to-day financial operation…

A successful secondary school in Derby is seeking an efficient and detail-focused Finance Officer to join their busy finance department from January 2026 . About the Role: This full-time role spans invoice processing, purchase orders, budget monitoring, financial reconciliations, report production and maintaining accurate financial records. You will work closely with the School Business Manager to ensure smooth financial operations. About the School: The school maintains excellent behaviour, a …

We are working with a school who are recruiting for an organised Finance Officer for a prestigious, Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Nottingham. Starting in September 2026, this full-time, permanent position is ideal for a professional with a background in school business management. The Role The successful applicant will join a flourishing place of learning where staff are treated as valued peers. You will be responsible for the daily management of the school’s budget, ensuring that all …

School Business Manager – Independent Secondary School – Lincoln Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This established independent 11–18 secondary school in Lincoln is recognised for its strong academic outcomes, small class sizes, and highly professional operational structure. The school combines traditional values with modern governance and financial oversight. Leadership places strong emphasis on strategic planning, financial sustainability, and regulatory compliance. The campus includes specialist teaching facilities, administrative offices, and well-maintained premises. Governance is proactive and engaged in long-term development. Due to continued growth, the school is seeking an experienced and strategic School Business Manager. Role Overview The School Business Manager will lead operational functions including finance, HR, premises, and compliance. Key responsibilities include: • Managing annual budgets and financial forecasting • Preparing reports for Governors and Trustees • Overseeing HR processes and safer recruitment • Managing premises and health & safety compliance • Leading procurement and contract management • Supervising administrative and finance staff • Supporting risk management and policy compliance • Contributing to whole-school strategic planning • Ensuring regulatory compliance • Overseeing operational efficiency This is a senior leadership position requiring strategic thinking and strong organisational capability. Operations Team The SBM works directly with the Headteacher and Governing Board. Clear reporting systems are in place. Candidate Requirements • Significant experience in school business or operational leadership • Strong financial management expertise • Knowledge of HR and compliance regulations • Leadership and team management skills • Strategic and analytical ability • Commitment to safeguarding Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.

A highly respected secondary school in Derby is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to lead their Finance, HR, Operations and Administration functions from January 2026 . This is a senior role requiring strong leadership and strategic oversight. About the Role: This full-time position includes managing the school’s financial planning, HR processes, site operations, health & safety compliance, procurement, contracts and leading the administrative team. You will work closely with the H…

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly organised School Business Manager (SBM) to join a well-established and forward-thinking school in Nottingham, starting ASAP. This is a key leadership role within the school, supporting the Headteacher and senior leadership team to ensure the effective management of finance, operations, and resources. The school has a strong community ethos and is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and well-resourced environment where pupils and staff c…

Are you an experienced School Business Manager looking for a senior leadership opportunity? A successful secondary school in Nottinghamshire is seeking a School Business Manager to lead their operations, finance and compliance functions. About the Role: This is a full-time, permanent leadership role beginning January 2026 . Responsibilities include financial management, HR oversight, premises operations, safeguarding compliance and supporting the strategic vision of the school. About the School…

School Caretaker – Corby Location: Corby, Northamptonshire Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £24,000 – £27,500 per annum The Role: A thriving primary school in Corby is seeking an energetic and versatile Caretaker . The school is known for its modern facilities and large outdoor learning spaces, requiring a candidate who is equally comfortable with indoor maintenance and outdoor grounds management. You will work closely with the Headteacher to ensure the site is "inspection-ready" every day. K…

School Maintenance Caretaker PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU UNDERSTAND THAT THE ROLES ARE TEMPORARY, AS AND WHEN REQUIRED. As the Schools are closing for the summer, these positions will be from September. I am currently looking to recruit a number of Maintenance professionals to work on an ongoing TEMPORARY basis, supporting the site teams in carrying out day to day general maintenance and site work in Schools across the area. There will be FULL TIME AND PART TIME positions available throughout the …