Principal

Could you lead one of the best schools in the country?

About Us

Already the country’s best performing Trust for the new Progress 8 measure at key stage 4, the City of London Academies Trust is driven by ambition: to deliver world-class results as we combine the heritage and tradition of the City of London with creativity and innovation. We have a proven track record of school improvement, offering students an exciting curriculum and opportunities to perform, showcase their talents and experience the world of work outside of the classroom.

We can offer you:

· Students who are eager to learn, well behaved and very proud of their school;

· Exceptional focus on continuous professional development

· A culture of high expectations for students and staff

· An appetite for creativity and continuous improvement

· A dedicated, caring and experienced staff team

· Purpose built teaching and learning facilities

· A supportive and committed Governing Body 

From you, we need:

We believe exceptional teachers create exceptional results; they transform lives and transform futures. They support every student to achieve their full potential and become a confident, resilient and compassionate individual who can make a positive contribution to society. We believe that exceptional teachers should be supported too, with all the opportunities needed to develop and achieve their goals. 

Dynamic and motivational, you will match and surpass what we have already achieved. This is an exciting time in the school’s journey to sustain and develop further as an excellent provider of high-quality education. We are looking for a strong leader to take up the Head of School position and work with the Executive Principal. You will be working with a team whose mission it is to sustain and further develop excellence in everything we do. 

Committed to creating an environment that promotes academic, creative, sporting, linguistic and personal achievement, you will be a qualified teacher with or working towards NPQH or equivalent and currently achieving at Vice Principal level. Skilled in leading and coaching staff to be successful practitioners, you’ll have made a significant contribution to an academy, including its leadership, student outcomes and ethos. The communication skills and confidence to develop rich partnerships with families and the community will be essential. Above all, you’ll have the drive and determination to sustain and further develop the City of London Academy Islington as a centre of excellence for education.

How to Apply:

Visits to the school are positively encouraged and can be booked for either 11am on Tuesday 30th January 2018 or 9am on Thursday 1st February 2018.

To book an appointment to tour the school and or to request a candidate application pack please contact Debbie Reynolds, HR Director, by email at reynoldsdebbie@cityacademyislington.org.uk. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS and Section 128 Prohibition from Management checks.

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 7th February 2018
Interviews: w/c 19th February 2018 

City of London Academy Islington, Prebend Street, Islington, London, N1 8PQ.