Vice Principal
| Posting date: | 09 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £220.00 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 May 2026 |
| Location: | SE13 6HH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | JobsinED Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VICEPRINCIPAL-260409-4959 |
Summary
Vice Principal – Transformative Leadership at Leading Lewisham School
Step into the role of Vice Principal and lead outstanding educational change in a thriving Lewisham community. This is a rare and elite opportunity to help shape the direction, ambition, and culture of an Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding school. We’re seeking a visionary Vice Principal who aims to make a tangible difference to student achievement, staff development, and the school’s ongoing success. If you’re an ambitious education leader with bold ideas and a genuine passion for whole-school excellence, this is the career-defining role you’ve been waiting for.
As Vice Principal, you’ll gain unparalleled executive leadership experience in a dynamic, high-achieving Lewisham school. Immerse yourself in an innovative learning environment with cutting-edge resources, data-driven decision-making, and a highly collaborative staff culture. From day one, you’ll catalyse professional progress for yourself and those around you, championing a shared purpose, progressive pedagogy, and exceptional standards. Our school is driven by values of excellence, equity, and relentless ambition – a launchpad for aspiring heads and senior education professionals.
Key Highlights:
• Vice Principal – pivotal strategic leadership role
• Up to £220 per day DOE – sector-leading daily rate
• Modern Lewisham campus with future-focused resources
• Ofsted Good to Outstanding – high-achieving reputation
• Exceptional CPD: tailored SLT development & advanced progression pathways
• Ideal for experienced Good/Outstanding teachers & aspiring senior leaders
• State-of-the-art facilities; culture of innovation and best practice
What You'll Be Doing:
• Driving whole-school improvement as Vice Principal
• Collaborating with the Principal to deliver ambitious school strategy
• Leading and inspiring high-performing teams across all key stages
• Overseeing curriculum innovation and pedagogical excellence
• Analysing performance data to steer impactful interventions
• Enhancing staff recruitment, retention, and continuous development
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and aspirational school ethos
Ideal "Vice Principal" for this Lewisham School:
• Proven school leadership experience, preferably as a senior leader or Assistant Head
• Deep commitment to raising standards and school transformation
• Energetic, visionary, and strategic with a passion for educational impact
• Impeccable interpersonal skills; able to motivate and inspire colleagues
• UK-trained with QTS; evidence of Good/Outstanding references
• High ambition – ready for Executive, Headship, or MAT leadership in future
Why Join This Lewisham School?:
• Visionary, student-first ethos with remarkable progress scores
• Unmatched opportunities for executive-level development
• Collaborative, supportive SLT and forward-thinking Principal
• Access to bespoke CPD, leadership coaching, and networking
• A culture that nurtures talent, innovation, and fresh thinking
• Diverse, respectful, and aspirational student and staff body
If you have a proven record of school improvement and want to make your mark as Vice Principal within one of Lewisham’s leading schools, this is your chance to accelerate your leadership journey. Applications are being reviewed now – take the next step towards senior leadership excellence by applying today.
Step into the role of Vice Principal and lead outstanding educational change in a thriving Lewisham community. This is a rare and elite opportunity to help shape the direction, ambition, and culture of an Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding school. We’re seeking a visionary Vice Principal who aims to make a tangible difference to student achievement, staff development, and the school’s ongoing success. If you’re an ambitious education leader with bold ideas and a genuine passion for whole-school excellence, this is the career-defining role you’ve been waiting for.
As Vice Principal, you’ll gain unparalleled executive leadership experience in a dynamic, high-achieving Lewisham school. Immerse yourself in an innovative learning environment with cutting-edge resources, data-driven decision-making, and a highly collaborative staff culture. From day one, you’ll catalyse professional progress for yourself and those around you, championing a shared purpose, progressive pedagogy, and exceptional standards. Our school is driven by values of excellence, equity, and relentless ambition – a launchpad for aspiring heads and senior education professionals.
Key Highlights:
• Vice Principal – pivotal strategic leadership role
• Up to £220 per day DOE – sector-leading daily rate
• Modern Lewisham campus with future-focused resources
• Ofsted Good to Outstanding – high-achieving reputation
• Exceptional CPD: tailored SLT development & advanced progression pathways
• Ideal for experienced Good/Outstanding teachers & aspiring senior leaders
• State-of-the-art facilities; culture of innovation and best practice
What You'll Be Doing:
• Driving whole-school improvement as Vice Principal
• Collaborating with the Principal to deliver ambitious school strategy
• Leading and inspiring high-performing teams across all key stages
• Overseeing curriculum innovation and pedagogical excellence
• Analysing performance data to steer impactful interventions
• Enhancing staff recruitment, retention, and continuous development
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and aspirational school ethos
Ideal "Vice Principal" for this Lewisham School:
• Proven school leadership experience, preferably as a senior leader or Assistant Head
• Deep commitment to raising standards and school transformation
• Energetic, visionary, and strategic with a passion for educational impact
• Impeccable interpersonal skills; able to motivate and inspire colleagues
• UK-trained with QTS; evidence of Good/Outstanding references
• High ambition – ready for Executive, Headship, or MAT leadership in future
Why Join This Lewisham School?:
• Visionary, student-first ethos with remarkable progress scores
• Unmatched opportunities for executive-level development
• Collaborative, supportive SLT and forward-thinking Principal
• Access to bespoke CPD, leadership coaching, and networking
• A culture that nurtures talent, innovation, and fresh thinking
• Diverse, respectful, and aspirational student and staff body
If you have a proven record of school improvement and want to make your mark as Vice Principal within one of Lewisham’s leading schools, this is your chance to accelerate your leadership journey. Applications are being reviewed now – take the next step towards senior leadership excellence by applying today.