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School leadership interview questions
Deputy headteacher, assistant headteacher, SBM and SENCO interview questions — editorial guides plus editable evaluation templates.
- Format
- Free role-based question guides
- Scope
- 220 curated questions
- Start here
- Sample first, then read one role in full
Choose an interview guide
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
39 curated questions · linked evaluation template
Read interview questions Senior leadershipAssistant headteacher (AHT) interview questions
34 curated questions
Read interview questions Senior leadershipHeadteacher interview questions
12 curated questions · linked evaluation template
Read interview questions Middle & phase leadershipPastoral leadership interview questions
28 curated questions
Read interview questions Middle & phase leadershipHead of department / subject leader interview questions
10 curated questions
Read interview questions Middle & phase leadershipEarly years / EYFS lead interview questions
10 curated questions
Read interview questions Specialist & safeguardingSENDCO / SENCO interview questions
21 curated questions · linked evaluation template
Read interview questions Specialist & safeguardingDesignated safeguarding lead interview questions
26 curated questions
Read interview questions ClassroomClass teacher interview questions
11 curated questions · linked evaluation template
Read interview questions OperationsSchool business manager interview questions
29 curated questions
Read interview questionsEvaluation templates
Editable Word documents for scoring candidates.
Deputy Headteacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026)
The Deputy Headteacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026) is an evaluation framework…
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Headteacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026)
The Headteacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026) is a complete evaluation framework…
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SENCO Interview Evaluation Template (2026)
The SENCO Interview Evaluation Template (2026) is an evaluation framework for panels…
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Class Teacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026)
The Class Teacher Interview Evaluation Template (2026) is an evaluation framework for…
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Use a role-matched evaluation template
Where a genuine match is available, use an editable template alongside the free public guide.
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Interview questions FAQs
Free editorial guides, editable templates to buy, and paid-member access in the member community.
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.