Assistant Principal
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £63,815 to £73,819 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bradford, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA |
| Company: | Randstad Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | PR-1421112_1751041292 |
Summary
Are you ready to lead with purpose and passion?
Can you inspire both staff and students to aim higher and achieve more?
Are you ready to be part of a school that is transforming lives every single day?
If your answer is a resounding "yes," this is the opportunity for you.
About the RoleWe are looking for an exceptional Assistant Principal to join the senior leadership team from September 2025. This is a permanent, full-time role in a forward-thinking and high-performing secondary school that is committed to nurturing academic excellence, character development, and strong community values.
You will play a critical role in our strategic leadership and help to drive school improvement, support teaching and learning, and contribute to a culture of high expectations and achievement. This role is ideal for ambitious middle leaders ready for the next step or experienced leaders seeking fresh challenges in an inspiring, supportive setting.
Why Join this school?The school is part of a nationally recognised, values-led trust with a reputation for transformational leadership, exceptional student outcomes, and innovative practice. Rooted in a deep sense of community and guided by integrity, ambition and service, the school places strong emphasis on leadership development, character education, and student well being.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience in leading and managing high-performing teams
- Evidence of strategic leadership impact
- An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Key Skills
- Inspirational and strategic leadership
- Data analysis and interpretation
- High-level communication and interpersonal skills
- Emotional intelligence and adaptability
- Team-building and delegation
- Outstanding teaching and curriculum knowledge
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on strategic school improvement initiatives
- Line manage subject/faculty leaders effectively
- Drive the development and implementation of high-quality teaching
- Oversee progress and attainment data tracking systems
- Promote and ensure a positive, safe and inclusive school culture
- Monitor and evaluate teaching standards through lesson observations
- Manage staff performance and appraisals
- Contribute to school policies and ensure compliance
- Lead assemblies and promote core values
- Support the Principal in delivering the School Improvement Plan
What We Offer:
- A pivotal leadership role in a thriving, supportive school.
- Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- The opportunity to impact education and outcomes for future leaders.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of an Assistant Principal. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132 462 500 to speak with the Secondary team.