Principal

Tes is supporting the appointment of a Principal at a secondary school in Northamptonshire.

The school is a big part of its local community and it’s ready for the next stage in its development. They are passionate about inspiring all young people to achieve their best. They are now looking for an experienced and dynamic Principal to take them forward, combining these two elements - building strong connections with all members of the community and supporting them in achieving our high expectations for their success.  

Are you passionate about improving the lives of young people? Are you looking for a Headship in a Trust which understands the importance of knowledge in the development of our students? Are you ready to lead a teaching team of well qualified subject specialists with a thirst for research to inform their practice? Do you want to be at the forefront of crafting an exceptional enrichment offer that gives young people the thrill of belonging to something joyful and successful? 

Accountable to the Executive Principal, you will share in the strategic development of this lively academy and be the operational lead in making a real difference to the lives of the students. 

Salary & Benefits 

L32 - L37 (£101,066.00-£114,239.00)

• Competitive Salary – commensurate with level of experience 
• Access to Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses 
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education 
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme 
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme 
• Benefits Platform 
• discounts on car leasing 
• holiday discounts 
• cinema tickets 
• restaurant booking discounts 
• Cycle to Work Scheme 

Who they are looking for 

This role would suit a colleague who has proven success as Head of School in a large school or an experienced Principal. Colleagues with successful Vice Principal experience in a large school may also wish to apply. 

As a leader you will have vision, ambition and the resilience to drive forward improvements in standards and outcomes across the school. You will be a highly visible role model and will inspire and motivate the community aligning students, parents and staff with the schools vision. 

You will need to have excellent communication skills, be approachable and a good listener whilst leading with the authority and autonomy of an experienced leader. 

You will be fully abreast of the latest thinking around curriculum and have a clear educational philosophy promoting equality and diversity, inclusion in advocating for children with special educational needs. 

You will have a commitment to your own professional development as well as those who work in your team and will contribute to the wider life both at the school and within the Trust. 

To be successful, you will need to be able to demonstrate experience being in a similar role with clear evidence of the successful management of whole school improvement strategies and effective school development planning.  

They are looking for someone to join them in September 2024 or January 2025 (or earlier by arrangement). This is a full time and permanent position.

All applicants need to have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for the role.

By applying to this job advertisement, you are providing consent for the Tes Recruitment team to propose and discuss your application with the employer.

Tes Recruitment Services (UK) represent Schools and Academies across the globe, supporting them to secure a great teacher/leader for every role. 

To learn more about this role please email managedrecruit@tes.com for an information pack that includes school name, role specifics and context. 

Please include REF: ME2070230 in the email subject line. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs sent to us via email so please use the stated application route.