Secondary School Vice Principal - Bristol

Academics Ltd; Woodford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy seeks an experienced Vice Principal for a secondary school in Bristol. The role involves supporting the Principal in delivering strategic leadership while enhancing teaching standards, staff development, and school improvement. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for education. This position offers competitive salary, career progression, and the chance to make a significant impact on student success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a Secondary School.
• Strong track record of raising standards and improving outcomes for students.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, and support staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and direction for the school.
• Lead on key areas of school improvement, including teaching and learning.
• Promote and maintain high standards of behaviour and achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum development

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Vice Principal - Bristol

Immediate Start Secondary School

Are you an experienced and inspirational school leader ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? This exciting opportunity for a Vice Principal in Bristol offers the chance to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking Secondary School.

Academics Ltd is working in partnership with high-performing Secondary schools across the Bristol area to appoint an ambitious, strategic, and committed Vice Principal. This role is ideal for a senior leader with a passion for raising standards, supporting staff development, and driving whole-school improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Principal in providing strategic leadership and direction for the school.
• Lead on key areas of school improvement, including teaching and learning, behaviour, attendance, or curriculum development.
• Promote and maintain high standards of behaviour, achievement, and safeguarding.
• Line‑manage middle and senior leaders, supporting professional development and performance.
• Act as a visible and positive role model for staff and students.
• Contribute to whole‑school self‑evaluation and improvement planning.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health, and safety policies.

Ideal Vice Principal Candidate:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a Secondary School.
• Strong track record of raising standards and improving outcomes for students.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire, challenge, and support staff at all levels.
• In‑depth knowledge of safeguarding, curriculum, and school accountability.
• Passion for education and a commitment to inclusive, student‑centred leadership.

Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of a successful school.
• Supportive leadership team and strong professional development opportunities.
• Long‑term career progression within school leadership.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity as a Vice Principal in Bristol, please apply by submitting your updated CV to this advert. Join a school where leadership, ambition, and student success are at the heart of everything they do.