Executive Principal

Leadership Scale L31–L33

£137,464 - £144,393 per annum

Lead one of the most ambitious and collaborative models of secondary education.

The States of Guernsey is seeking an exceptional educational leader to become the next Executive Principal of the Secondary School Partnership.

Following the successful implementation of Guernsey’s new non-selective secondary education model, the Partnership has completed its first full year, successfully reorganising almost 300 teaching and support staff while establishing strong foundations for the future. Today, three thriving 11–16 schools, a standalone Sixth Form Centre and specialist provision work together through a distinctive model of collaborative leadership—retaining their individual identities whilst sharing a common commitment to excellence for every student.

The successful candidate will inherit an ambitious organisation with significant momentum and the opportunity to shape the next stage of its development.

This role is about far more than leading schools. Working alongside four experienced Principals, you will provide strategic leadership across the Partnership, strengthening collaboration, supporting school improvement, developing people and helping shape the future of secondary education in Guernsey.

This is an opportunity to influence an entire education system while working within a close-knit island community where relationships matter, innovation is encouraged and leadership has genuine impact.

We are looking for a leader who:

• has an outstanding track record of successful senior educational leadership;

• believes in the power of collaborative system leadership;

• combines strategic vision with operational excellence;

• inspires confidence, develops people and builds high-performing teams;

• understands that collaboration strengthens schools without diminishing their individuality;

• is committed to inclusion, high aspirations and improving outcomes for every student.

Why Guernsey?

Alongside this exceptional professional opportunity, Guernsey offers an outstanding quality of life, excellent public services, beautiful coastal surroundings and the opportunity to make a genuine difference within a close-knit education system where leadership has real influence.

A comprehensive relocation package is available for eligible candidates, including financial assistance and practical support to support relocation to the island.

We recognise that exceptional candidates may require flexibility. Whilst a January 2027 start is preferred, later start dates, including Easter or September 2027, will be considered for the right candidate, with appropriate interim arrangements in place if required.

If you are excited by the opportunity to build on strong foundations and help shape the next stage of the Secondary School Partnership’s development, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please find below the job description and recruitment pack
Job Description

Recruitment pack

Contact: Nick Hynes, Director of Education on tel. (01481) 224000 or email: nick.hynes@gov.gg

Closing Date: 10 September 2026