Vice Principal (Inclusion)

Sir Herbert Leon Academy; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant mixed secondary school in Sheffield is seeking a Vice Principal to lead the Inclusion Centre and support a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience within a secondary school setting, with a strong vision and collaborative skills. Additional responsibilities include supporting school operations and driving change to uplift student achievement. This role offers a competitive salary and various lifestyle perks.

Benefits

Career development and training

Generous benefits

Lifestyle perks including discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership within a secondary school, preferably in inclusion.
• Strong vision, drive, and collaborative skills.
• Evidence of managing change and driving achievement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Inclusion Centre.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across the school.
• Support day-to-day operations and take on the Principal’s role when required.
• Drive change, achievement, and challenge to uplift learners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Collaboration skills

Change management

Job description

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

FIP153844

Posted on: 07/11/2025 – Application Deadline: 18/11/2025

Lift Firth Park

Fircroft Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5 0SD, United Kingdom

Salary: Leadership Scale 11‑22 + well‑being cash plan + pension scheme (TPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full Time (0.8 considered)

Contract: Permanent

Start date: January or ASAP between January and April 2026

Closing date: 17th November 2025

Interview date: 24th November 2025

About the role

As the new Vice Principal, you will lead the inclusion centre, embed a culture of continuous improvement, and step into the Principal’s shoes when needed. You’ll work closely with the Principal and wider leadership team to set up inclusive delivery, support the whole school, and lead on key strategic areas.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Inclusion Centre.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across the school.
• Support day‑to‑day operations and take on the Principal’s role when required.
• Drive change, achievement, and challenge to uplift learners.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in leadership within a secondary school, preferably in inclusion.
• Strong vision, drive, and collaborative skills.
• Evidence of managing change and driving achievement.

About Lift Firth Park

Lift Firth Park is a vibrant mixed secondary school for students aged 11‑16, located in Shiregreen, Sheffield. With around 1,200 pupils and a diverse community, the school is in the midst of exciting transformational change.

Benefits

• Career development and training: Access statutory and developmental training.
• Partnership with One World for Instructional Excellence Programme and CPD offerings including Ambition Institute Early Career, NPQ.
• Generous benefits: pension plan, healthcare, financial support.
• Lifestyle perks: discounted gym memberships, travel deals, electric vehicle incentives.

Equality and inclusion

Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding, equality, and diversity. We are a Disability Confident Employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible candidates. We promote fair and consistent recruitment and the safeguarding of our pupils.

Contact

Explore the application on our careers page. For more information, contact Nichola Butler, School Operations Manager, at [e-mail].