Principal

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrea Academy Trust is seeking a bold, values-driven Principal to lead Astrea Academy Woodfields, a thriving 11-16 secondary school in Doncaster. This is a rare opportunity to shape lives, elevate outcomes, and embed a culture where every scholar can thrive.

As Principal, you will unite staff and the wider community around a shared vision of excellence, lead strategic planning and school development, and drive high expectations and rigorous scholarship across the academy.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational leadership and school improvement
• Ability to lead curriculum development and strategic planning
• Strong governance and safeguarding awareness
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all scholars

Responsibilities

• Embed Astrea's vision and values across the academy
• Lead strategic planning, curriculum development and school improvement
• Inspire a culture of high expectations, impeccable behaviour and scholarly ambition and drive academic outcomes for all scholars
• Build strong relationships with staff, families and the wider community
• Develop and empower staff through high-quality professional development

Job description

Shape the Future of Astrea Academy Woodfields - Become Our Next Transformational Principal

Are you ready to lead with purpose, ignite ambition, and make a lasting impact in a thriving school community? Astrea Academy Trust is seeking a bold, values-driven Principal to take the helm and drive the next chapter of excellence.

We are seeking an exceptional Principal to lead Astrea Academy Woodfields, a vibrant 11-16 secondary school, part of the Astrea Academy Trust family in Doncaster, South Yorkshire.

About the Role

This is more than a leadership role, it's a chance to shape lives, elevate outcomes, and embed a culture where every scholar can thrive. Whether you're an experienced Principal or a high-performing Vice Principal ready to step up, this is your opportunity to lead an ambitious academy determined to ensure that all scholars can go on to university or aspirational alternative.

You will be a dynamic and aspirational leader with a strong moral compass, an unwavering belief in the potential of every child, and the ability to unite staff, scholars and the wider community around a shared vision of excellence.

As Principal, you will lead the academy to become a beacon of educational excellence in the region, delivering an exceptional offer that ensures every scholar thrives. You will be unwavering in your alignment to the delivery of our mission, informed by our responses to our critical questions:

Why do we exist?

• To transform lives and disrupt disadvantage.

How do we behave?

• We model scholarship, display curiosity and greet every challenge with tenacity.
• We work hard to bring the best out in everyone.
• We are kind, humble and act with integrity.

What do we do?

• We create rigorous, high-performing schools.

How will we succeed?

• Powerful knowledge; life-changing outcomes.

What We Offer

You will be supported by the full strength of Astrea Academy Trust, including:

• An experienced Director of Secondary and Regional Director
• A team of National Subject Leads and central specialists in Finance, HR, Estates and more
• A values-driven culture focused on inclusion, aspiration and academic rigour

Key Responsibilities

• Embed Astrea's vision and values across the academy
• Lead strategic planning, curriculum development and school improvement
• Inspire a culture of high expectations, impeccable behaviour and scholarly ambitionDrive academic outcomes and personal development for all scholars
• Build strong relationships with staff, families and the wider community
• Develop and empower staff through high-quality professional development

Why Join Us?

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to delivering a world-class education that changes lives. We believe in powerful knowledge, warm-strict behaviour systems, and joyful learning environments. As Principal, you will be at the heart of this mission.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

We kindly ask that all applications are accompanied by a personal statement outlining your suitability for the role. Applications submitted without a personal statement will not be considered.

To arrange a confidential conversation, please contact Danny Carr, Regional Director - [e-mail]

For further details or to discuss the application process, reach out to Stephen Casey or Sarah Fedun from the Astrea recruitment team.