Principal

Summary:

Principal opportunity at a high-achieving secondary school with strong community ties and a clear upward trajectory.

About the School:

A school with a strong team spirit, high expectations, and driving ambition is undergoing rapid improvement and seeks a visionary leader to continue its success. The institution is fully inclusive and committed to providing every student with the opportunity to excel academically and personally.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Principal to lead a school on a clear upward trajectory. This is a unique opportunity to shape the long-term success of an institution with strong foundations, high expectations, and a growing reputation within the community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in school improvement and a passion for creating lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic direction and daily operations of the school
• Ensure excellence in teaching, learning, and curriculum delivery
• Foster a culture of high expectations, inclusion, and belonging
• Develop and retain high-performing staff through strong leadership and support
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with families and the local community
• Contribute to the improvement of the wider Lift Schools network and education system
• Drive sustained improvement in pupil outcomes and life chances
• Promote a disciplined, inclusive, and high-expectation school culture

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven track record of sustained school improvement
• Demonstrable impact on pupil outcomes and life chances
• Experience in building high-performance cultures
• Strong leadership and management experience
• Ability to work effectively in high challenge, high support environments
• Commitment to inclusive education and community engagement

Preferred

• Experience in leading school improvement initiatives
• Background in secondary education
• Experience with evidence-informed teaching and learning strategies
• Familiarity with working within a multi-academy trust or similar network

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and relocation package
• Comprehensive wellbeing cash plan and pension scheme
• Individual development account of up to £100,000 over five years
• Access to high-quality professional development and executive coaching
• Year-long induction programme and option for a professional sabbatical after five years