Principal

Park Academy West London; Gould's Green; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Academy West London is seeking an aspirational senior leader to join its leadership team at Gould's Green. The role focuses on driving teaching quality, pupil outcomes, and school improvement through robust data analysis and targeted actions.

The successful candidate will have QTS, NPQH, and extensive experience in safeguarding, coaching staff, and leading school-wide initiatives to deliver outstanding outcomes for students.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• NPQH qualification or in progress before role start date.
• High-level safeguarding training and involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership at Headteacher/Deputy level.
• Lead teaching and learning improvements with strong data analysis.
• Set targets and monitor school performance.
• Coach and mentor staff to improve behaviour and outcomes.

Skills

Senior leadership

Data analysis

Behaviour management

Coaching staff

Education

Degree or equivalent

QTS

NPQH

Job description

Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Degree (or equivalent) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• NPQH qualification (or currently undertaking/commencing prior to role start date).
• Relevant, high-level training and involvement in safeguarding.

Experience & Skills:

• Senior leadership experience at Headteacher, Head of School, Deputy, or Assistant Headteacher level.
• A proven track record of outstanding classroom practice and improving teaching and learning.
• Demonstrated ability in performance data analysis, robust school self-evaluation, and target setting.
• Proven experience in effective behaviour management and coaching/mentoring staff.

Personal Qualities:

• An ambitious, reflective, and resilient leader with strong moral purpose and humility.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across students, staff, families, and the wider community.