Job Description
Summary:
Assistant Principal job opportunity with a school in Leeds. Lead and inspire in a supportive educational environment.
About the School:
A school located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, serving a diverse community of pupils aged 3-11. Committed to high-quality education and fostering a sense of community and inclusion.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking an Assistant Principal to lead and inspire in a supportive educational environment. This role is vital to the school’s mission of providing high-quality education to children from a diverse background, with a focus on improving student outcomes and fostering a positive learning culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of the school’s development plan and strategic goals.
- Provide inspirational leadership to staff and students, promoting high standards of teaching and learning.
- Work closely with the principal to drive improvements in student achievement and outcomes.
- Engage effectively with parents and carers to support student learning and progress.
- Foster a positive and inclusive school culture that values diversity and respect for all.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- A successful record of teaching with strong examination results at KS1 or KS2.
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Outstanding classroom practice and experience.
- A positive and optimistic approach to working with young people.
- Ability to set high expectations and challenge under-achievement while maintaining positive relationships.
- Evidence of impact in improving student outcomes at subject or whole-school level.
Preferred
- Experience in Early Years or as a SENCo.
- Experience of working in disadvantaged communities or with vulnerable children.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary on the Leadership Scale Point 8-12.
- Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme.