Principal

A rare opportunity to lead a major UK independent performing arts school.

The governors of Tring Park School are seeking a new Principal from September 2023 on the retirement of Stefan Anderson who has given distinguished and outstanding service for 21 years.

Tring Park is an exceptional school with a unique mission. It is the only performing arts school in the UK offering a fully balanced dual curriculum. It has a national reputation for outstanding vocational training in the major aspects of performance, with students going on to successful and rewarding careers in dance, drama, music and musical theatre. Students are also fully equipped to progress to an academic degree course at one of the UK’s leading universities.

Governors are seeking to appoint a new Principal who is drawn to the special ethos of this exceptional school and its unique educational experience. He/she will have the personal skills to communicate this vision clearly and passionately to all stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be an inspirational educational leader with a love of and involvement with the performing arts. He/she will have the experience and capability to position Tring Park as the first-choice destination for pupils looking for both a professional training in the performing arts and a first-class academic education. The ability to motivate, delegate and empower will be vital, together with the necessary business acumen and knowledge of effective marketing to ensure that the school remains in high demand and a profitable enterprise.

Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics by email for an initial confidential conversation:

• Camilla Oulton, Search Consultant: camillaoulton@rsacademics.com
• Michael Stephens: Head of Senior Schools Search: michaelstephens@rsacademics.com
• Sarah Evans, Senior Advisor: sarahevans@rsacademics.com

Further information and details of how to apply can be found on RSAcademics’ website at www.rsacademics.com

Closing date: Tuesday 11th October 2022 at 10.00am

Tring Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced DBS and other checks in line with safer recruitment best practice.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure.

RSAcademics is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.