Principal

The Methodist Church in Britain; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston University Engineering Academy Principal role leading a University Technical College affiliated with Aston University and part of the Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust. The post-holder will drive day-to-day leadership, teaching culture and strategic partnerships with the university and STEM employers.

The post requires a proven leadership track record in ambitious academies, a deep commitment to outstanding STEM education, and the ability to inspire students, staff and

Qualifications

• Leadership credentials to take an ambitious, distinctive academy forward.
• Understanding of the transformative power of STEM education.
• Belief in the potential of young people.
• Connects effectively with students, staff, governors, university colleagues and industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Academy, working with the Executive Principal and the Trust.
• Lead the staff team
• Champion excellent teaching and learning
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and culture
• Ensure every student is supported to achieve and progress
• Strengthen partnerships with Aston University, STEM employers and industry

Skills

Leadership

STEM education

People leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Principal of Aston University Engineering Academy, a University Technical College working alongside Aston University and now part of the new Aston University STEM Education Academy Trust. The post-holder leads the day-to-day running of the Academy, its teaching and culture, and its partnerships with the university and STEM employers. The Academy specialises in engineering, digital technology, healthcare and business for young people. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post starts in September 2027.

What the job involves

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Academy, working with the Executive Principal and the Trust
• Lead the staff team
• Champion excellent teaching and learning
• Maintain high expectations for behaviour and culture
• Ensure every student is supported to achieve and progress
• Strengthen partnerships with Aston University, STEM employers and industry

Experience

• Leadership credentials to take an ambitious, distinctive academy forward

Skills & knowledge

• Understanding of the transformative power of outstanding STEM education
• Belief in the potential of young people
• Combines high expectations with humanity
• Connects effectively with students, staff, governors, university colleagues and industry leaders