Vice Principal
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 27 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 5AW |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | a3ce0479-49b7-4570-8747-211d66df4ff5 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Ryecroft Academy is excited to announce an opportunity for a Vice Principal. The role will commence on January 2026, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to enhance our Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the ongoing success of the academy. Additionally, we are seeking a versatile and impactful leader who can contribute significantly to system and across trust improvement.
As Vice Principal, you will play a key role in supporting the strategic direction of the Academy, working closely with the Principal, staff, pupils, governors, trust leaders and parents/carers to maintain a culture of high achievement and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader committed to shaping the future of education at Ryecroft Academy and in other settings.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Principal and senior leadership team to develop and implement the Academy’s strategic vision and improvement plan
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil wellbeing across the Academy
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence
• Develop strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders to support the academy’s objectives
• Provide highly effective line management to ensure staff are empowered to provide the best possible education and care for our children
• Enable impactful and sustainable system improvement
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
• Proven leadership experience in an educational setting, in a senior role
• Strong track record of driving improvements in pupil outcomes and fostering a positive school culture
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant teaching qualifications and substantial experience in leadership roles
• In depth knowledge of enabling excellent provision and support for pupils with SEND and pupils who are new to English and/or have English as an additional language
Desirable Skills:
• Experience as Vice Principal or in a similar senior leadership role
• A commitment to inclusive education and supporting students from disadvantaged and diverse backgrounds
Although the teaching commitment of this role will alter at different points of the academic year, the successful applicant is likely to be required to have a regular teaching commitment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role, by 10 October 2026. Please refer to the attached Person Specification and Job Description for full details of the role and expectations.
Applications should be submitted to Karen Goldthorp, Academy Business Manager, via karen.goldthorp@tgat.org.uk. Should you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact me directly.
We look forward to receiving your application!
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
• supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a significant impact on the future of Ryecroft Academy and other settings.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. The GORSE Academies Trust use ‘OnlineSCR’ for the processing of safeguarding checks – their privacy notice can be seen at: https://onlinescr.co.uk/policies/privacy-policy/.
Ryecroft Academy is excited to announce an opportunity for a Vice Principal. The role will commence on January 2026, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to enhance our Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the ongoing success of the academy. Additionally, we are seeking a versatile and impactful leader who can contribute significantly to system and across trust improvement.
As Vice Principal, you will play a key role in supporting the strategic direction of the Academy, working closely with the Principal, staff, pupils, governors, trust leaders and parents/carers to maintain a culture of high achievement and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader committed to shaping the future of education at Ryecroft Academy and in other settings.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work closely with the Principal and senior leadership team to develop and implement the Academy’s strategic vision and improvement plan
• Promote high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil wellbeing across the Academy
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and excellence
• Develop strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders to support the academy’s objectives
• Provide highly effective line management to ensure staff are empowered to provide the best possible education and care for our children
• Enable impactful and sustainable system improvement
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
• Proven leadership experience in an educational setting, in a senior role
• Strong track record of driving improvements in pupil outcomes and fostering a positive school culture
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relevant teaching qualifications and substantial experience in leadership roles
• In depth knowledge of enabling excellent provision and support for pupils with SEND and pupils who are new to English and/or have English as an additional language
Desirable Skills:
• Experience as Vice Principal or in a similar senior leadership role
• A commitment to inclusive education and supporting students from disadvantaged and diverse backgrounds
Although the teaching commitment of this role will alter at different points of the academic year, the successful applicant is likely to be required to have a regular teaching commitment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role, by 10 October 2026. Please refer to the attached Person Specification and Job Description for full details of the role and expectations.
Applications should be submitted to Karen Goldthorp, Academy Business Manager, via karen.goldthorp@tgat.org.uk. Should you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact me directly.
We look forward to receiving your application!
What the school offers its staff
What We Offer:
• supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• The chance to make a significant impact on the future of Ryecroft Academy and other settings.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds. The GORSE Academies Trust use ‘OnlineSCR’ for the processing of safeguarding checks – their privacy notice can be seen at: https://onlinescr.co.uk/policies/privacy-policy/.