First-time Principal

This is a unique opportunity for an aspiring and experienced leader to step up to first-time principal headship under the tutelage of an extremely experienced head-teacher and school inspector.

Established in 1920, Langdale School has long been the best academic primary/prep school in our area, we became the first free school in Blackpool in 2013, and we intend and have plans, in the medium term, to become the one of the best primary free school in the UK and to double in size. In this connection, we have the strategy, drive and resources to deploy global best practice to achieve our goals.

The successful candidate will receive a top-of-market remuneration and relocation package to ensure that we attract the best possible person. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement are significant.

Our current Principal is relocating so it is a natural time for us to invest in a new, ambitious leader to drive this next exciting consolidation and expansion phase of our development. 

We are looking for a first-class school leader of the highest calibre. You will have a well-considered and highly developed educational philosophy. Crucially, you will be open-minded and a critical thinker capable of selecting, building the case for and adapting global best practice to our unique environment.

You will be outcome-driven with a proven record of success. Your leadership, communication and interpersonal skills will ensure that you build strong individual relationships between staff, students, partners and parents alike, and that you carry your team and stakeholders with you. You should possess exemplary organisational and process management skills.

In terms of character, you will have confidence commensurate with your experience and capabilities, the wisdom to understand that greater, more challenging and rewarding opportunities still lie ahead, and the energy and commitment to meet challenges with verve and vigour.

Experience in leadership roles in first-class/outstanding educational settings is essential, as is deep knowledge of recent and continuing developments in the education scene. Some independent sector experience is desirable, although not essential.

Prospective applicants should submit a letter of application of no more than two A4 pages and a full CV, to the Executive Director: k.underhill@langdaleschool.com 

Application Deadline Wednesday 2nd May 

Interview Dates w/c Tuesday 8th May

Offer 15th May