Assistant Principal
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,870.00 to £56,154.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | E17 4JF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ASSISTANTPRINCI-260108-4175 |
Summary
Assistant Principal – Transformational Leadership in Waltham Forest
Step into a defining leadership journey as Assistant Principal at a vibrant, forward-thinking Waltham Forest secondary school. This is a dynamic opportunity for visionaries who are energised by shaping culture, accelerating student outcomes, and championing both academic excellence and whole-child development. If you’re a strategic, values-led leader with a thirst for real, measurable impact and rapid progression, our Waltham Forest community wants your talent.
As Assistant Principal, you’ll be immersed in an exceptional leadership environment where your strategic insights and innovative thinking are celebrated. From developing transformative teaching strategies to inspiring both students and staff, you’ll be mentored by some of London’s most dynamic senior leaders. Experience genuine ownership, continue your professional growth, and gain real agency to drive positive changes that benefit every student. Our ethos—rooted in high aspiration, inclusion, and integrity—will power your next career chapter.
Key Highlights:
• Assistant Principal – guide a thriving, ambitious 11-18 school
• Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870 – £56,154) per year
• Centrally located in Waltham Forest, with superb transport access
• School Ofsted grade: Good to Outstanding – a beacon of excellence
• Ongoing CPD: NPQSL, coaching, and SLT mentoring, plus rapid career progression
• Ideal for high-calibre, impact-driven leaders ready for senior progression
• Modern, inclusive campus with advanced digital resources and dynamic faculties
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Driving whole-school improvement through data-informed, innovative strategies
• Line-managing and developing teams to achieve outstanding teaching and pastoral practice
• Leading on curriculum, assessment, or behaviour—tailored to your expertise
• Spearheading initiatives for inclusion, enrichment, and raising achievement for all
• Shaping policy and championing the school’s ethos at both strategic and operational levels
Ideal Assistant Principal for this Waltham Forest School:
• UK-trained educator with proven leadership and QTS
• Track record of delivering outstanding outcomes and whole-school impact
• Inspirational, analytical, and passionately committed to educational excellence
• Eager to innovate, collaborate, and adapt in a rapidly evolving environment
• Respected role model, with Good to Outstanding graded references and evidence of impact
Why Join This Waltham Forest School?:
• Experience unparalleled professional development and fast-tracked career growth
• Thrive within a culture of innovation, inclusion, and teamwork
• Work alongside an exceptional and supportive SLT
• Benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant learning spaces
• Make a lasting difference in the lives of diverse, ambitious young people
Seize the chance to step into the Assistant Principal role where your leadership will drive excellence in one of Waltham Forest’s most progressive schools. If you’re ready to inspire change and shape the future, apply today – exceptional leaders wanted now.
Step into a defining leadership journey as Assistant Principal at a vibrant, forward-thinking Waltham Forest secondary school. This is a dynamic opportunity for visionaries who are energised by shaping culture, accelerating student outcomes, and championing both academic excellence and whole-child development. If you’re a strategic, values-led leader with a thirst for real, measurable impact and rapid progression, our Waltham Forest community wants your talent.
As Assistant Principal, you’ll be immersed in an exceptional leadership environment where your strategic insights and innovative thinking are celebrated. From developing transformative teaching strategies to inspiring both students and staff, you’ll be mentored by some of London’s most dynamic senior leaders. Experience genuine ownership, continue your professional growth, and gain real agency to drive positive changes that benefit every student. Our ethos—rooted in high aspiration, inclusion, and integrity—will power your next career chapter.
Key Highlights:
• Assistant Principal – guide a thriving, ambitious 11-18 school
• Outer London MPS/UPS (£37,870 – £56,154) per year
• Centrally located in Waltham Forest, with superb transport access
• School Ofsted grade: Good to Outstanding – a beacon of excellence
• Ongoing CPD: NPQSL, coaching, and SLT mentoring, plus rapid career progression
• Ideal for high-calibre, impact-driven leaders ready for senior progression
• Modern, inclusive campus with advanced digital resources and dynamic faculties
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Driving whole-school improvement through data-informed, innovative strategies
• Line-managing and developing teams to achieve outstanding teaching and pastoral practice
• Leading on curriculum, assessment, or behaviour—tailored to your expertise
• Spearheading initiatives for inclusion, enrichment, and raising achievement for all
• Shaping policy and championing the school’s ethos at both strategic and operational levels
Ideal Assistant Principal for this Waltham Forest School:
• UK-trained educator with proven leadership and QTS
• Track record of delivering outstanding outcomes and whole-school impact
• Inspirational, analytical, and passionately committed to educational excellence
• Eager to innovate, collaborate, and adapt in a rapidly evolving environment
• Respected role model, with Good to Outstanding graded references and evidence of impact
Why Join This Waltham Forest School?:
• Experience unparalleled professional development and fast-tracked career growth
• Thrive within a culture of innovation, inclusion, and teamwork
• Work alongside an exceptional and supportive SLT
• Benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant learning spaces
• Make a lasting difference in the lives of diverse, ambitious young people
Seize the chance to step into the Assistant Principal role where your leadership will drive excellence in one of Waltham Forest’s most progressive schools. If you’re ready to inspire change and shape the future, apply today – exceptional leaders wanted now.