Vice Principal

Hillside Primary School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Two flexi days

Flu vaccinations

Cycle to work

Will-writing service

Professional development

Leadership team

Job summary

Hillside Primary School in Huddersfield is seeking a Vice Principal to drive high-quality, inclusive education across the academy. You will collaborate with the Principal to provide leadership that upholds our values and ensures excellence in teaching, learning, curriculum design, and whole-school development.

You will lead with a focus on equity, continuous improvement, and outstanding outcomes for all learners, partnering with families and external agencies to raise standards and deliver on

Qualifications

• Has significant senior leadership experience with a demonstrable record of school improvement.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Committed to collaboration, equity, inclusion, and meaningful community engagement.
• Thorough understanding of curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and current educational standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong, strategic leadership aligned with the Academy’s vision, values, and improvement priorities.
• Lead and enhance the quality of teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Support, coach, and develop staff through effective CPD, performance management, and professional collaboration.
• Oversee day-to-day operational management, ensuring a safe, well-organised, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work in partnership with families, staff, external agencies, and the wider community to raise standards and improve outcomes for all pupils.

Skills

Senior leadership

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration & inclusion

Curriculum design

Job description

As Vice Principal, you will play a key strategic role in driving high-quality, inclusive education across the Academy. Working closely with the Principal, you will provide leadership that upholds our values and ensures excellence in teaching, learning, curriculum design, and whole-school development. You will contribute to a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement, and equitable outcomes for all learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, strategic leadership aligned with the Academy’s vision, values, and improvement priorities.
• Lead and enhance the quality of teaching, learning, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Support, coach, and develop staff through effective CPD, performance management, and professional collaboration.
• Oversee day-to-day operational management, ensuring a safe, well-organised, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work in partnership with families, staff, external agencies, and the wider community to raise standards and improve outcomes for all pupils.

We Are Seeking a Leader Who:

• Has significant senior leadership experience with a demonstrable record of school improvement.
• Possesses exceptional interpersonal, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Is committed to collaboration, equity, inclusion, and meaningful community engagement.
• Has a thorough understanding of curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and current educational standards

Why Join Hillside Primary School?

Hillside is more than a school — it is a thriving, supportive community. As part of South Pennine Academies, a trust of 11 primary and secondary schools across Calderdale, Kirklees, and Oldham, we work collaboratively to ensure every child can succeed.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support — including stress counselling and physiotherapy.
• Pension Scheme — supporting your long-term financial security.
• Two Flexi Days per Year — paid term-time leave for personal milestones.
• Free Annual Flu Vaccinations.
• Cycle to Work Scheme — encouraging sustainable, active travel.
• Free Will-Writing Service — providing peace of mind for you and your family.
• Extensive Professional Development — with ongoing training, coaching, and leadership support.
• A Supportive Leadership Team — committed to your growth and wellbeing.
  

Join Our Team

If you are an ambitious, forward-thinking leader who is passionate about making a meaningful difference and empowering young learners, we would be delighted to hear from you.