Principal

Teaching Vacancies; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Solihull seeks a dedicated individual for a school leadership role. You will be responsible for the daily operations and strategic direction of the school, working collaboratively with other educators and community partners. The ideal candidate will foster an environment of high standards and prioritize the academic and emotional development of students. A commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional leadership and management of a school.
• Ability to evaluate school performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Strong capability to build partnerships with local communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of the school.
• Organize the strategic direction of the school to meet its aims.
• Promote high standards across all areas of work.

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• To be responsible for the day to day and strategic professional leadership and management of the school; within the context of local and national guidance and legislation; and in consultation with the Trust.
• To lead, manage and organise the strategic direction of the school to meet its aims and targets
• To evaluate the school’s performance (working with others) and identify the priorities for continuous improvement and raising standards
• To promote an environment which achieves high standards in all areas of the school’s work
• To work strategically with the Head Teachers and senior leaders across the Trust
• To build links and partnerships with the local community and educational organisations.

What the school offers its staff

Peterbrook Primary School is situated in the vibrant community of Solihull. We aim to empower every child to reach their full potential, we prioritise not only academic excellence but also the personal, social, and emotional development of our pupils.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.