Principal

Outwood; Redcar; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Redcar, part of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, is seeking an inspiring Principal to drive the next phase of growth from January 2027. You will lead a dedicated team, oversee resources, and ensure an ambitious, inclusive curriculum across the 11–16 academy.

The role requires NPQH status and a proven transformational leadership track record, with a focus on pupil and staff wellbeing and strategic community engagement.

Qualifications

• Visible, enthusiastic leader with NPQH status and a track record of transformational leadership.
• Emotional intelligence to inspire staff, resilience to navigate challenges, and commitment to educational equality.

Responsibilities

• Drive educational standards, foster innovation, and build leadership capacity across the academy.
• Lead a dedicated team, manage resources effectively, and ensure the curriculum equips every learner to reach their potential.

Job description

Academy: Outwood Academy Redcar

Role: Principal

Salary: L28 – L34 (negotiable for an exceptional candidate)

Required from: January 2027 (or earlier by negotiation)

Put 'Students First' at Outwood Academy Redcar

Since joining the Outwood Grange Academies Trust in October 2017, Outwood Academy Redcar has undergone a remarkable transformation. Situated in the friendly, historic coastal town of Redcar, we are a welcoming 11–16 academy with a supportive culture and a relentless determination to deliver an ambitious, fully inclusive education for every child.

We are seeking an inspiring, resilient, and collaborative Principal to drive our next phase of growth.

Why Lead Outwood Academy Redcar?

• National Standing & Support: As part of the nationally recognised Outwood Grange Family of Schools and a founding partner of the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), you will benefit from a robust network of peer collaboration and bespoke leadership development.

• Inclusion & Wellbeing at the Heart: We hold the Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Award and the Carnegie Centre of Excellence Mental Health Award (Silver Status), reflecting our commitment to pupil and staff well-being.

• A Culture Where Teachers Can Teach: Our modern Kirkleatham Lane campus offers a safe, vibrant environment with focused, engaged pupils, allowing you to concentrate on strategic leadership, curriculum innovation, and community engagement.

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The Role & Opportunity

Accountable to the Chief Executive and Associate Executive Principal, you will hold delegated accountability for driving educational standards, fostering innovation, and building leadership capacity across the academy. You will lead a dedicated team, manage resources effectively, and ensure our high-quality curriculum equips every young person to reach their full potential.

About You

You are a visible, enthusiastic leader with NPQH status and a track record of transformational leadership. You possess the emotional intelligence to inspire staff, the resilience to navigate challenging circumstances, and an unwavering commitment to educational equality.

Note: As a Trust leader, flexibility to work across the wider Outwood Family of Schools may be required as directed by the Chief Executive.