Principal: Lead a Thriving Community Primary School

Academies Enterprise Trust; Hanley; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Wellbeing cash plan

TPS pension

Job summary

Lift Shafton is seeking an exceptional Principal to lead its friendly, ambitious primary school in the Barnsley community. You will shape the school's next chapter, ensuring excellent academic and co-curricular experiences for every child.

This role requires a bold vision, strong leadership of teaching and learning, and the ability to develop people while building a collaborative, high‑performing culture with families and the wider community within the Lift Schools network.

Qualifications

• Successful senior leadership experience and a proven track record of improving outcomes.
• Understanding of excellent curriculum, teaching and learning.
• Ambitious for every child, regardless of background or starting point.
• Develop people and build a positive, high-performing culture.
• Build strong relationships with families and the wider community.

Responsibilities

• Set a clear and ambitious vision for Lift Shafton and drive its improvement.
• Lead teaching, learning and outcomes for every child.
• Develop and inspire a strong, collaborative staff team.
• Be a visible and trusted leader for children, colleagues and families.
• Collaborate with Lift leaders and contribute across the network.

Skills

Senior leadership

Curriculum leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Lift Shafton is seeking an exceptional Principal to lead its friendly, ambitious primary school in the Barnsley community. You will shape the school's next chapter, ensuring excellent academic and co-curricular experiences for every child.

This role requires a bold vision, strong leadership of teaching and learning, and the ability to develop people while building a collaborative, high‑performing culture with families and the wider community within the Lift Schools network.