Recruitment
School leadership interview questions
Deputy headteacher, assistant headteacher, SBM and SENDCO interview questions — editorial guides plus editable evaluation templates.
- Format
- Free role-based question guides
- Scope
- 105 curated questions
- Effort
- Sample first, then read one role in full
Choose an appointment type
Each guide contains curated panel questions and guidance on strong answers. Where available, it also links to a downloadable evaluation template.
Deputy headteacher interview questions
12 curated questions · linked evaluation template
View questions Senior leadershipAssistant headteacher (AHT) interview questions
10 curated questions
View questions Senior leadershipHeadteacher interview questions
12 curated questions · linked evaluation template
View questions Middle & phase leadershipPastoral leadership interview questions
10 curated questions
View questions Middle & phase leadershipHead of department / subject leader interview questions
10 curated questions
View questions Middle & phase leadershipEarly years / EYFS lead interview questions
10 curated questions
View questions Specialist & safeguardingSENDCO / SENCO interview questions
10 curated questions · linked evaluation template
View questions Specialist & safeguardingDesignated safeguarding lead interview questions
10 curated questions
View questions ClassroomClass teacher interview questions
11 curated questions · linked evaluation template
View questions OperationsSchool business manager interview questions
10 curated questions
View questionsEvaluation templates
Editable Word documents for scoring candidates.
Deputy Headteacher Interview Template
Designed for interview panels to use when interviewing for a Deputy…
Headteacher Interview Template
Designed for interview panels to use when interviewing for a Headteacher role with…
SENCO Interview Evaluation Template
Designed for use by interview panels during SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)…
Class Teacher Interview Evaluation Template
Created for interview panels assessing candidates for class teacher roles, this template…Use a role-matched evaluation template
Where a genuine match is available, use an editable template alongside the free public guide.
Recruitment
Interview questions FAQs
Free editorial guides, editable templates to buy, and paid-member access inside Circle.
Are the interview question lists free to read?
Yes. Editorial guides are free to read. Downloadable evaluation templates can be bought individually or are included for paid members inside the community.
Can I use these questions for a governing body panel?
Yes. Our guides are written for appointment panels, governors, and trustees as well as candidates preparing for senior leadership interviews.
What's the difference between the blog guides and shop templates?
Blog articles give question ideas and panel advice. Shop templates are editable Word documents you can score candidates against — useful for formal recruitment.