Assistant Principal for Student Development

OAT Futures; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A sizable secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a passionate educator to enhance student experiences through leadership in PSHE and enrichment activities. The ideal candidate will oversee teacher training and contribute significantly to school improvement. Qualified Teacher Status and relevant degrees in geography and education are mandatory. Flexibility in work hours is expected, with responsibilities including both classroom teaching and leadership tasks. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference in student development and school community.

Qualifications

• Must have Qualified Teacher Status obtained since 2017 and a relevant PGCE.
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant educational fields are required.
• Proven experience with a focus on student development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on PSHE and enrichment activities across the school.
• Oversee teacher training for new entrants in the teaching profession.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement while engaging in classroom duties.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Management skills

Experience in secondary education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

PGCE in Secondary Geography

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

Master’s degree in Educational Practice and Research

Job description

Overview

Leading student development and teacher training to strengthen school communities.

• Leads student development, enrichment, and PSHE, shaping the wider student experience across the school.
• Oversees teacher training and early career development, supporting new teachers entering the profession.
• Balances senior leadership responsibilities with classroom teaching, contributing to whole school improvement.

About the role

We are a large secondary school within the Ormiston Academies Trust, focused on delivering the highest-quality student experience through collaborative leadership and school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead on PSHE, enrichment, and all student-related activities, including clubs and trips.
• Oversee teacher training and the development of new teachers entering the profession.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement while balancing senior leadership responsibilities with classroom teaching.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (since 2017) with a PGCE in Secondary Geography from the University of East Anglia.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Birmingham.
• Master’s degree in Educational Practice and Research with a focus on leadership and management.

Experience and skills

• Experience in secondary education and a background in geography.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities, with a record of school improvement and student development.

Work pattern

The role typically follows a Monday to Friday pattern, with flexibility required for events, enrichment activities, and other school priorities. Planning, assessment, and preparation may occur outside normal hours, and some weekend work or longer days may be necessary. Time management and safeguarding downtime to maintain balance are encouraged.

Location

Cliff Park Ormiston Academy, part of Ormiston Academies Trust.

Notes

Education genuinely changes lives. It shapes communities and the futures of young people. This description reflects the role and its responsibilities within the school context and is not a verbatim excerpt from any single source.