Executive Principal

As a trust, our mission is to challenge education and social disadvantage in the North. We do this by developing high performing academies which maximise attainment, value diversity, develop character and build cultural capital. We are looking for an Executive Principal to support us in delivering our mission in our academies in Manchester and Liverpool. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our trust at a time of growth and be instrumental in developing opportunities for further growth in the North West. Initially, this role will hold responsibility for one of our academies: Dixons Brooklands Academy, but will be part of our wider cross-regional executive leadership team, eventually taking on responsibility for more of our schools in Manchester and Liverpool.  

As part of our executive team, you will be responsible for shaping our strategic direction, focusing on developing our schools in the North West and ensuring the crafting of a culture that values diversity, keeps aspirations on track, has strong social norms, and is rooted in a commitment to developing intrinsic motivation. You will be responsible for supporting our principals through executive coaching, and will be supported by our Centre for Growth in people and curriculum development. 

This role provides an opportunity for you to get involved in all aspects of our academy transformation work: including providing hands on support in the day to day running of an existing academy, leading academies as they join our trust, alongside supporting the planning and development of our two new free schools which will open in Manchester in the next few years.  

We are looking for a values driven leader with experience working at a senior level in multiple schools, including at least three years’ experience as a principal with measurable impact. You will have experience leading significant whole-school change successfully and be adept at coaching and developing other leaders. 

For more information about the role, contact Mark Harrison, Executive Director: mharrison@dixonsat.com