Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning

Summary:

Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning seeking a driven leader to support staff development and educational excellence.

About the School:

A school committed to excellence in education, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students and staff thrive. It is part of a successful academy trust and has received high praise from Ofsted for its quality of teaching and positive school culture.

The Opportunity:

As an Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning, you will play a key role in driving academic success and staff professional development. This is a dynamic role that offers the chance to shape the future of a school with a strong reputation and a clear vision for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the development of teaching and learning strategies across the school.
• Oversee and manage staff professional development, ensuring high-quality training and support.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching and learning, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
• Work closely with senior leadership to implement school-wide initiatives and improve student outcomes.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in teaching practices.
• Support the management of staff workload and wellbeing, ensuring a positive working environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure consistency in teaching standards and student achievement.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to teaching and learning.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within education, ideally as an Assistant Principal or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and teaching best practices.
• Experience in leading and managing staff professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Relevant teaching qualification and leadership experience.

Preferred

• Experience in a school with a strong Ofsted rating.
• Familiarity with multi-academy trusts and school improvement strategies.
• Experience in leading whole-school initiatives or change management projects.
• Strong understanding of inclusive education and anti-racist practices.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary in line with experience (L12-L16).
• Excellent professional development opportunities.
• Support for staff wellbeing and workload management.