Job Description
Summary:
Assistant Principal job opportunity at a high-performing primary school.
About the School:
A school dedicated to nurturing the whole child, with a strong focus on academic excellence, personal development, and emotional well-being. It is part of a successful multi-academy trust and has consistently achieved outstanding results.
The Opportunity:
As an Assistant Principal, you will play a pivotal role in driving standards and supporting the leadership team. This is a leadership role with teaching responsibilities, offering the chance to shape the future of a high-performing primary school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and model outstanding classroom practice while supporting the development of teaching and learning across the school.
- Work closely with the Head of Academy and Executive Principal to ensure effective leadership and management of the academy.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of provision, inclusion, and achievement for all pupils.
- Use data effectively to drive progress and improve outcomes for students.
- Support the implementation of the school’s personal development program and Thrive approach.
- Provide proactive support to senior leadership and academy teams.
- Contribute to the strategic development of the school and its continued success.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Qualified teacher with experience in primary education.
- Proven leadership experience, preferably in a senior leadership role.
- Strong classroom practice and a track record of improving student outcomes.
- Excellent data analysis and evaluation skills.
- Experience working within a multi-academy trust or similar structure.
Preferred
- Experience in school improvement or leading change initiatives.
- Familiarity with the Thrive approach or similar personal development programs.
- Experience in leading or supporting staff development.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Access to extensive staff benefits including pension schemes and discounts.
- Support for professional development and career progression.