Assistant Principal - Pastoral and Personal Development

Summary:

Assistant Principal - Pastoral and Personal Development role available at a rapidly improving school.

About the School:

Rooted in Christian values, the school offers a knowledge-based academic curriculum and a leadership-focused programme that inspires character development and social action. It is part of a high-performing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to educational excellence and community impact.

The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Principal - Pastoral and Personal Development, you will play a key role in shaping the character and leadership potential of students in a disadvantaged community. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose, drive impactful change, and support the school’s mission of nurturing future leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the pastoral and personal development programme to support student well-being and character growth.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure alignment with the school’s vision, values, and leadership specialism.
• Manage and support a high-achieving faculty, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Deliver outstanding attainment and achievement across all year groups, ensuring consistency in quality and standards.
• Foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and Christian values throughout the school community.
• Collaborate with external partners to enhance opportunities for students through charitable and social action initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of pastoral and personal development strategies, making data-informed improvements.
• Represent the school at community events and engage with parents and stakeholders to build strong relationships.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A degree-level qualification and Qualified Teacher Status.
• Proven experience in managing a high-achieving faculty.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering sustained outstanding attainment and achievement.
• Strong commitment to the school’s values and leadership specialism.

Preferred

• Experience in pastoral leadership or student well-being roles.
• Experience working in a faith-based educational setting.
• Leadership experience in a multi-academy trust or similar organisation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement and healthcare cash plan.
• Access to professional development and mentoring opportunities through the Star Talent Academy.