Vice Principal

The Trust is seeking to appoint a dedicated and committed Vice Principal to join the SLT at Bluecoat Wollaton Academy. The role is responsible for driving sustainable school improvement, embedding high standards of education and inclusion, and developing leadership and staff capacity to ensure every student belongs, flourishes and achieves their full potential.

The Vice Principal will provide strategic and operational leadership, working with the Principal to drive school improvement, secure high standards and ensure all students thrive within a culture of ambition, inclusion and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive excellence in teaching, learning, behaviour and student outcomes across the Academy.

• Lead the delivery of the Academy Improvement Plan and monitor its impact.

• Develop leadership and staff capacity through effective coaching, support and accountability.

• Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion and equity for all students.

• Deputise for the Principal and provide leadership of the Academy's day-to-day operations.

We would be delighted to hear from enthusiastic and committed colleagues looking for the opportunity to help shape the learning experiences of our students in order to meet and beat their potential. The most important attributes we are looking for are a can-do attitude and the desire to be part of a team.

Collaboration and CPL are of high importance within the Trust therefore a robust programme of CPL will be provided to enable our staff to reach their potential. Our current Education Support Assistant has had a fantastic first year in education and will be on hand to help with the induction process.

The successful candidate will be committed to the students and academy life and will possess the ability to communicate effectively and be able to raise the standards of learning for all of the students with whom they are required to work.

The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.

In return, we can offer:

• Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions

• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice

• Generous pension schemes

• Access to discounted travel schemes

• Cycle to work scheme

• Comprehensive training and support

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career

• Eye care voucher scheme

• Free flu vaccine

• Access to e-learning and development

For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit https://www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies/

Closing date: Friday, 9th October 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.