Assistant Principal

Based at The Forest Academy -IG6 3TN

Salary: BMAT Assistant Principal Scale L14- 20 (Outer London)

Required: September 2026 or earlier by negotiation

Thank you for your interest in becoming Assistant Principal at The Forest Academy.  We are extremely proud of our recent achievements – The Forest Academy is a rapidly improving school and is well on its way to becoming a truly exceptional school. 

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspirational leader with sky-high expectations for our students and who thoughtfully and successfully develops the staff they are working with. Leading with honesty, integrity and high aspirations, they will share our unwavering conviction that all students deserve an exceptional curriculum and the very best teaching.  They will, like us, believe in our students and what they can achieve.  

Early applications are encouraged, as candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received.

The role will be focused on school improvement, with exact responsibilities agreed with the successful candidate depending on expertise, experience and emerging school needs.  The successful candidate will have an excellent track-record of leading teams and driving improvement in schools.  They will work within an experienced and successful team, delivering exceptional outcomes and progression, with the role providing an exciting opportunity for someone who is a current or aspiring senior leader.   

When awarding the school ‘good’ overall and across all four categories in 2023, OFSTED said:

·         “Leaders and governors have high expectations for all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).” 

·         “Pupils feel safe and are happy…Pupils are polite and considerate of others.” 

·         “Staff have a positive working relationship with pupils, which reflects the school’s culture of respect.” 

·         “Leaders have designed an ambitious and well-ordered curriculum for all pupils…Teachers have strong subject knowledge and are specialists in their subjects.” 

·         “Pupils learn in a calm environment and their attendance is high. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school.” 

The successful candidate will be excited by the challenge of ensuring that all of our students receive a superb education.  Staff at The Forest Academy enjoy their work because they know that they make a difference for our students each and every day.  We are an approachable leadership team who are laser-focused on ensuring that teaching and learning is always improving, and who are committed to the professional development of our staff.   Relationships are a real strength at The Forest Academy, and staff enjoy the warm greetings and polite thanks that they get from our friendly and respectful students. 

Staff also enjoy the career progression and development opportunities available at The Forest Academy and more widely across the Trust, as we are careful to identify the leaders of tomorrow and to nurture talent.  The Staff Forum helps to ensure that communication is strong between staff and the leadership team, and we are committed to ensuring that workload is manageable in all roles.  The Forest Academy is a truly brilliant school and is an incredible place to work.   

Interested candidates are encouraged to organise a visit or phone call – please contact hr@beaconacademytrust.co.uk

 The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment.

Enhanced DBS (with list checks) is required for this post.

The below documents must be read prior to applying for this role and will be factored into interviews:

Keeping Children Safe in Education

BMAT – Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy

Further information and an application form can be found at Vacancies - Beacon Academy Trust

Please forward your electronic applications to recruitment@beaconacademytrust.co.uk

Please note we reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers, therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as soon as possible.