Associate Principal - Lincoln Castle Academy

Delta Academies Trust; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-academy trust in Lincoln is looking for an Associate Principal to join their team on a full-time basis. This role involves providing leadership and strategic direction across the academy, ensuring high-quality teaching, and mentoring other leaders. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background and proven leadership experience. The position offers significant opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Membership to Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Access to discounts platform

24/7 access to online GP

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leadership roles within educational settings.
• Experience in high-quality teaching and learning.
• Ability to develop collaborative links with other academies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to academies.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning.
• Mentor senior leaders and model outstanding practice.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Excellent Communication

Mentoring

Education

Relevant Leadership Qualification

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Overview

Lincoln Castle Academy are looking to appoint an Associate Principal to join our academy in January 2026 or later if preferred, on a full time, permanent basis.

As Associate Principal, you will work closely with Principals and Executive Principals to provide leadership and strategic direction to any academy within the Trust, as specified by the CEO. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, maintaining high standards and expectations for students, staff, and the wider community, developing collaborative links with other academies and schools, and mentoring senior leaders while always modelling outstanding practice. This role is ideal for an aspiring Vice Principal ready to take the next step in their leadership journey.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to an academy within the Delta Academies Trust as directed by the CEO.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning and maintain high standards and expectations for students, staff, and the wider community.
• Develop collaborative links with other academies and schools.
• Mentor senior leaders and model outstanding practice.

About Lincoln Castle Academy

Lincoln Castle Academy is a medium-sized secondary academy located in the Cathedral City of Lincoln. Our location is within easy reach of the A15, making us easily accessible from across the county. With over 700 students on roll, the academy is a busy and vibrant place. We are committed to nurturing talent in a safe, orderly, and stimulating learning environment. We believe every child matters and that by engaging fully in their learning, they will enjoy a successful and rewarding experience.

We are celebrating our best-ever academic results and are entering a transformative phase with plans for a new, state-of-the-art three-storey school building to accommodate 900 students, opening in February 2028. The new facility will include a dedicated sports block and spaces for art, design, food technology, resistant materials, drama, and music, plus a modern auditorium and upgraded science laboratories and IT equipment.

We place a strong emphasis on academic achievement and personal development. Our commitment to raising standards ensures that all students receive the support they need to thrive, regardless of their starting point. Lincoln Castle Academy is a happy and caring place of learning that serves both its pupils and the wider community.

What we offer

Our staff are talented, enthusiastic, and dedicated to the academy’s continued success. We offer a staff rewards budget, regular social events, and access to a comprehensive benefits scheme. We prioritise continuous professional development, recognising that staff and students achieve their best when they feel happy, valued, challenged, and supported. You will be joining a highly skilled and committed team.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants. As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…

Financial Wellbeing:

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

• Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

How to apply

For more information and to apply for this position please visit our website at https://www.deltatrust.org.uk/careers-with-delta/

Safeguarding, equality and recruiting information

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process. The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. Delta Academies Trust undertakes to treat all applicants for posts fairly and not to discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff who voluntarily reveal that they have a criminal conviction. Equally, we will not discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff where a Disclosure and Barring Service check reveals a criminal conviction or other information about offences. Therefore, we will consider job applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and, where needed, qualifications and training. Our approach depends on the job and whether it is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. However, if we receive a high volume of applications, we may limit the number of interviews offered to people with and without a disability. Connect with us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/delta-academies-trust/ and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/deltatrustjobs