Assistant Principal

Archwaytrust; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Eye care voucher

Eye care voucher

Training and development

Discounted travel schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Archway Trust is seeking an inspirational and committed Assistant Principal to join our Senior Leadership Team and drive high standards in teaching, learning and personal development across the Academy.

The role focuses on collaboration with the Principal and SLT to advance inclusive education, strategic development and safeguarding, while supporting staff growth and student success in a supportive trust environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in school leadership and senior management.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and families.

Responsibilities

• Drive high academic and pastoral standards across the Academy.
• Promote inclusive education and equity within a nurturing environment.
• Contribute to strategic development of the Academy and Trust.
• Build leadership capacity and promote CPL for staff development.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate with the Principal and SLT.
• Support induction and professional development for colleagues.

Skills

Educational leadership

Strategic planning

Staff development

Communication

Collaboration

Inclusive education

Job description

We are seeking an inspirational and committed Assistant Principal to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape an exceptional educational experience for every student. This is a key leadership role for an individual who is passionate about fostering a culture where high-quality teaching, learning and personal development thrive within a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment.

Working closely with the Principal and wider leadership team, the Assistant Principal will contribute to driving high academic and pastoral standards across the Academy, ensuring that every student is supported to achieve their full potential. They will play a vital role in promoting inclusive education, championing the Academy's values and creating opportunities for all young people to develop the knowledge, skills and character needed to become confident, independent and respectful members of society.

The successful candidate will be a credible and collaborative leader who shares responsibility for the Academy's successes and challenges, demonstrates the highest professional standards and actively contributes to the strategic development of both the Academy and Trust. They will help build leadership capacity, model excellence in practice and promote a culture of ambition, equity, integrity and continuous improvement.

We would be delighted to hear from enthusiastic and committed colleagues looking for the opportunity to help shape the learning experiences of our students in order to meet and beat their potential. The most important attributes we are looking for are a can-do attitude and the desire to be part of a team.

Collaboration and CPL are of high importance within the Trust therefore a robust programme of CPL will be provided to enable our staff to reach their potential. Our current Education Support Assistant has had a fantastic first year in education and will be on hand to help with the induction process.

The successful candidate will be committed to the students and academy life and will possess the ability to communicate effectively and be able to raise the standards of learning for all of the students with whom they are required to work.

The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.

In return we can offer:

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions


• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice


• Access to a generous pension scheme


• Access to discounted travel schemes


• Cycle to work scheme


• Comprehensive training and support


• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career


• Eye care voucher scheme


• Free flu vaccine


• Access to e-learning and development

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.