Assistant Principal - A Levels

Cornwall College Group; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cornwall is seeking an Assistant Principal for A Levels to spearhead curriculum development at their new St Austell campus. This role involves leading high standards in teaching and student achievement, with a focus on preparing students for higher education. Candidates must have extensive experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a salary of £55,000 - £60,000 per annum and excellent employment benefits, including generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Occupational pension schemes

Flexible working practices

Staff development initiatives

Health and wellbeing programs

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record of high performance in student outcomes.
• Experience in driving quality processes.
• Ability to foster staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of A Level curriculum.
• Manage the A Level Curriculum Team effectively.
• Develop a curriculum that prepares students for higher education or employment.

Skills

Experience in leading A Level subjects

Leadership experience in further education

Commitment to student experience

Education

Relevant degree

Recognised teaching qualification (DET, PGCE, or similar)

Job description

Assistant Principal - A Levels

Location: St Austell, Cornwall
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Terms & Conditions: Full Time, Management Contract
Closing Date: Friday 13 February 2026, 1pm
Interview Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026 (St. Austell campus)

About Us

As the largest further education and training provider in the region, we are proud to be the first‑choice college for over 30,000 students last year. Ranking among the largest colleges in the UK, we operate across 10 campuses spanning Cornwall and Devon.
Cornwall College St Austell is undergoing a major redevelopment, including a new sixth‑form centre set to reintroduce A‑Levels for September 2027 (alongside existing vocational courses) – creating modern, future‑focused facilities to boost local education and opportunity.

About the Role

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of A Levels at Cornwall College? As Assistant Principal – A Levels, you will spearhead the development of our A Level curriculum, initially launching at our new state‑of‑the‑art St Austell campus in 2027.

You will lead the creation of an outstanding A Level provision, ensuring high standards in teaching, student achievement, and progression. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education in Cornwall.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the A Level curriculum, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and student achievement.
• Manage the A Level Curriculum Team, including staff recruitment, development, and performance.
• Develop an inspiring curriculum that equips students with real‑world skills and prepares them for higher education or employment.

Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in leading and teaching A Level subjects, with a proven track record of achieving high performance in both student outcomes and overall curriculum delivery. You will also bring recent leadership experience in further education (FE), particularly in driving quality processes and fostering staff development to meet ambitious standards.

A relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification, such as DET, PGCE, or Certificate of Education, are essential for this role. Above all, you must demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience, ensuring that learners are supported in progressing to their chosen destinations, particularly higher education.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious leader to make a lasting impact at Cornwall College. If you're ready to shape the future of A Levels and inspire the next generation of learners, we'd love to hear from you!

*Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for a full, detailed description of the responsibilities, skills, knowledge and experience required for this role.

No agency submissions please

Any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

• Generous annual leave schemes – 35 days per annum for this role (pro‑rata for part‑time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family‑friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees, including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

How to apply

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select 'Apply Now'.

Contact us

If you require further information, or to arrange an informal discussion with a member of our Executive Leadership Team, please contact our Recruitment Team – [e-mail].

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

The Cornwall College Group is committed to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of TCCG's mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively. Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco‑friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.