Assistant Head of College (Assistant Principal)

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy; South Shields; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy in the North East of England is seeking an exceptional leader for the role of Assistant Head of College (Assistant Principal). You will drive strategic improvements, develop a positive culture and ensure high standards of teaching and student progress across the secondary phase.

The successful candidate will join a supportive, high‑performing multi‑academy trust that values collaboration, professional growth and shared success, while preserving local autonomy for

Job description

We are now recruiting for the role of Assistant Head of College (Assistant Principal) for Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, a truly rare leadership opportunity within a very successful and financially sound, mature and geographically local multi-academy trust that combines management freedom for effective leaders with secure central support that encourages collaboration for success. This role is situated within the secondary phase of the academy.

The successful candidate will play a huge part in accelerating the development of the school into an outstanding provider of education. We will expect the Assistant Principal to support the further development of a positive culture and ethos where every child is expected to do well and their progress is supported every step of the way. Our successful candidate will be a talented and highly motivated leader with drive and commitment to excellence as well as strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate to a range of stakeholders. You will be joining a supportive, committed and passionate team who work hard to ensure that all of our students achieve their potential.