Job Description
Summary:
Principal opportunity at a high-performing school in Southwark. Lead with impact and drive excellence.
About the School:
A school driven by a mission to deliver exceptional outcomes for students, with a strong focus on behaviour, culture, and academic excellence. It fosters a supportive environment where staff and students thrive.
The Opportunity:
As Principal, you will lead a dynamic school and drive its continued success. This role offers the chance to shape a culture of excellence, improve student outcomes, and implement best practices in education. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader committed to raising standards and supporting disadvantaged students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the school with a clear vision, ensuring alignment with the Trust’s educational philosophy.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve student outcomes and behaviour.
- Oversee the delivery of a rigorous, knowledge-rich curriculum that supports all students.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, students, families, and the local community.
- Foster a positive school culture based on high standards, consistency, and a 'warm/strict' approach to behaviour.
- Ensure the effective operation of the school’s sixth form and extracurricular programs, including the Basketball Academy.
- Support the professional development of staff and promote a collaborative, high-performing leadership team.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a school or multi-academy trust.
- Demonstrated ability to improve student outcomes, particularly for disadvantaged pupils.
- Strong understanding of the 'warm/strict' model and its application to school culture and behaviour.
- Commitment to the Trust’s educational philosophy and the consistent implementation of its frameworks.
- Experience in leading a large, complex school with a diverse student body.
Preferred
- Experience in managing a sixth form or extracurricular programs such as a sports academy.
- Familiarity with the use of family dining and other community engagement strategies.
- Knowledge of curriculum design and implementation in a knowledge-rich, academically rigorous environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of £120,678 - £138,235 (full-time equivalent).
- Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth within a supportive Trust.