Assistant Principal

This is a really exciting opportunity to join not only a thriving school but also a very high performing Trust with a national profile.  

There is an exciting opportunity to appoint an Assistant Principal full time to the senior team at Salford City Academy. We wish to appoint an outstanding individual with a record of impactful leadership in their current role. The full remit and responsibility will be decided based on the skillset and experience of the successful candidate. We are looking for a leader who can support us in our journey towards excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for specific aspects of Quality of Education and teaching or Inclusion and personal development in the academy. Therefore, we are keen to hear from those candidates who have developed themselves and their expertise in these areas and who believe they can contribute to the leadership of the school at this exciting time.  

The role would suit someone who is passionate about improving outcomes for students and wants to develop their leadership skills to take on wider responsibilities in the future. To be successful in this senior post you will be a confident leader. You will be relentless, never satisfied and constantly reviewing what is working and what needs refinement or change.

As a senior leader you will be a prominent, visible presence around the academy and will promote strong relationships with all stakeholders. To be successful, you will lead with confidence and conviction and will be passionate about the power of education to transform lives. You will demonstrate impeccable professionalism, unwavering determination, and relentless optimism. Able to lead by example and be a source of inspiration, you will support and guide colleagues and will have the highest expectations of every student in terms of achievement, character, and conduct.  

Why apply for a Assistant Principal position at Salford City Academy? 

More pay: 

• As part of United Learning we pay an average of 5% above national scales – the best rates of pay in the sector;  
• We offer a health cash plan giving you money towards essential medical treatment - including eyecare and flu vaccinations;  
• Our staff discount scheme saves you money on supermarket shopping, gym memberships, holidays, breakdown cover, car leasing, cycle schemes and more. 

More time: 

• All our academies start every term with an additional INSET day set aside for your own planning (in addition to the usual five INSET days – giving you eight in total.

Track Record of Success: 

Salford City Academy sits within the top schools in Salford for progress in the DFE’s performance tables. In 2025 students achieved 72% in both English and Maths. Progress for pupil premium students has narrowed with academic results at the academy improving year on year. 

Culture of Excellence: 

We believe that students learn best in a calm and purposeful environment. We set high standards for students and our disruption free behaviour policy ensures that teachers can teach with clear and simple systems designed to facilitate good teaching and a calm environment. Our students are fantastic, they are polite, courteous and well-mannered. All guests to the academy comment on the warm, welcoming and delightful culture that we have fostered. 

Facilities and benefits 

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme·     
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing scheme 
• Access to an extensive discount’s platform 
• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household 
• State of the art onsite gym and Gym & fitness discounts 
• Cycle to Work scheme* 
• Free annual flu jab 

The Ideal Candidate: 

 To be successful: 

• You will lead with confidence and conviction and will be passionate about the power of education to transform lives.  
• You will align with our values and be committed to working hard to improve the lives of our young people. 
• You will believe and be committed to high standards and strong behaviour management to enable all students to learn in a safe and calm environment.  
• You will demonstrate impeccable professionalism, unwavering determination, and relentless optimism. 
• You will have a track record of improvement and be able to lead by example and be a source of inspiration. You will support and guide colleagues whilst demonstrating a love of your subject to cultivate a similar passion in your students.  

 Book a School Tour: 

 To truly understand if this role is right for you, it is highly encouraged that you attend to meet the Principal and join a tour. It is advisable to come and see us during the school day to really understand if the school is the right fit for you. To book your place please contact the Associate Principal’s PA Miss Samantha Cass. samantha.cass@salfordcity-academy.org. 

• Tour 1: Wednesday 2nd April – 9am – 10am
• Tour 2: Thursday 3rd April – 8am – 9am
• Tour 3: Wednesday 23rd April – 2.15pm – 3.15pm

If you would like to discover more about this exciting opportunity, need any further information or you wish to have an informal discussion, please contact our retained consultant at Academicis, Will Bridge: wbridge@academicis.co.uk or 01223 907979 / 07825 346535