Principal: Lead a High-Impact Primary School to Excellence

Shorefields; Hockley; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Induction programme

Executive coaching

Sabattical after five years

Job summary

Lift Plumberow, part of Lift Schools, seeks an inspiring Principal to lead a three-form-entry primary school and drive continued improvement. You will set a long-term vision, raise standards, and ensure high-quality teaching across the school with a focus on pupil outcomes.

A strong leadership track record and ability to empower staff are essential. You will lead strategic direction, manage day-to-day operations, and collaborate with the network to raise attainment while engaging families and

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience with measurable impact on pupil outcomes.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, teaching and learning with ability to translate into classroom practice.
• Ability to evaluate school performance, set priorities and plan improvements over time.
• Ability to build and sustain a positive school culture and relationships with families.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear and ambitious vision for sustained school improvement.
• Drive excellence in teaching and learning to raise attainment at high standards.
• Develop a shared understanding of exceptional practice across classrooms.
• Lead evidence-informed approaches to school improvement and prioritise changes.
• Inspire and develop a stable, high-performing staff team and positive culture.
• Strengthen relationships with pupils, families and the wider community.
• Collaborate with Lift leaders to share expertise and improve across the network.

Skills

Senior leadership

Raising standards

Curriculum leadership

Staff development

Community engagement

Job description

Lift Plumberow, part of Lift Schools, seeks an inspiring Principal to lead a three-form-entry primary school and drive continued improvement. You will set a long-term vision, raise standards, and ensure high-quality teaching across the school with a focus on pupil outcomes.

A strong leadership track record and ability to empower staff are essential. You will lead strategic direction, manage day-to-day operations, and collaborate with the network to raise attainment while engaging families and