Assistant Campus Principal

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Reading seeks an exceptional Assistant Campus Principal to join their leadership team. This role offers the opportunity to drive high standards in teaching, learning, and student outcomes. Responsibilities include supporting the Campus Principal, leading on curriculum development, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance and quality assurance. Ideal candidates will have QTS, substantial leadership experience, and a proven record of improving teaching quality. The role provides strong career progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Modern facilities

Technology-rich classrooms

Qualifications

• Substantial middle or senior leadership experience.
• Proven impact on teaching quality and student progress.
• Strong understanding of senior school learners and curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic and operational leadership of the campus.
• Lead on teaching & learning and curriculum development.
• Coach and mentor staff for consistent teaching quality.
• Promote safeguarding and positive behaviour.
• Analyse data to monitor progress.
• Contribute to planning and quality assurance.
• Lead assemblies and parent engagement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Location: Reading Senior Campus
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start: January 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Campus Principal to join our leadership team at a thriving and forward‑thinking Senior Campus in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious senior leader who is passionate about driving high standards in teaching, learning, and student outcomes.

You will work closely with the Campus Principal to deliver strategic priorities, enhance staff performance, and ensure the continued success and development of the campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Campus Principal in the strategic and operational leadership of the campus
• Lead on teaching & learning, curriculum development, and assessment
• Coach, mentor and performance manage staff to secure consistently high‑quality teaching
• Promote a culture of safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive behaviour
• Analyse data to monitor progress and implement improvement strategies
• Contribute to whole-campus planning, compliance, and quality assurance
• Lead assemblies, events, and parent engagement activities
• Act as Deputy Principal when required

About You

You will be an inspirational leader who leads by example and drives continuous improvement. You will demonstrate:

• QTS with substantial middle or senior leadership experience
• Proven impact on teaching quality and student progress
• Strong understanding of senior school learners and curriculum needs
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively within a high‑expectation, innovation‑led environment
• Commitment to professional learning and collaborative practice

What We Offer

• A progressive learning environment with a focus on self‑directed learning
• Strong leadership development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Modern facilities and technology‑rich classrooms
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Early applications are encouraged as interviews may take place prior to the closing date.