Choose from our list of interview questions
Take a look at our interview question sheet, which is suitable for any assistant or deputy headteacher post, including tips on what to look for in a candidate's answers.
The list includes:
- General questions for any school type
- Tailored questions for primary, secondary, special and faith schools
It doesn't include questions about specific areas of responsibility your assistant or deputy head may be responsible for (for example, curriculum or attendance). If you need to tailor your interview to reflect these kinds of responsibilities, use the tool linked in the section below.
Use this template during the interview to record the responses given, and score evidence.
Or create a bespoke interview pack that reflects your job description
Your school's size and phase Specific challenges
