Southcoates - Vice Principal
Southcoates Primary Academy
Contract: Permanent 
Salary: L6 to L10 
Closing date for applications:
10 May 2024, 12.00pm Southcoates Primary Academy are seeking to appoint an inspiring and passionate Vice Principal to lead further developments across the Academy and play a key role in our journey towards becoming an exceptional place to learn.
Our Vice Principal will be responsible for teaching and learning, the quality of the curriculum across the academy, and the leadership of assessment and standards. The post will also involve the championing of disadvantaged pupils to ensure that relational approaches are embedded, enabling all learners to flourish.
As a member of the Enquire Learning Trust, one of the country’s most successful primary-only Multi Academy Trusts, you'll have access to a dynamic network of schools committed to continuous improvement and innovation. This environment provides opportunities for high-quality professional development, supporting your ongoing journey as a senior leader and enabling you to make a substantial difference in education.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right person with the following qualities:
- Passionate Advocate for Children: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to positively impacting children’s lives, fostering an environment that nurtures growth and development.
- Proven Leadership and Teaching Excellence: Exhibits extensive leadership experience and exceptional teaching skills across all key stages, consistently delivering results and achieving milestones.
- Inspiring and Approachable Leadership: Possesses the ability to inspire others and foster a welcoming atmosphere within the entire school community, promoting approachability and inclusivity.
- Pedagogical Innovator: Committed to enhancing pedagogy and evolving curriculum approaches to cultivate a profound love for learning among all learners.
- Integrity, Courage, and Collaboration: Upholds high standards of integrity, demonstrates courage in decision-making, and fosters a culture of collaboration within and beyond the school.
- Motivational Leadership: Recognises and nurtures potential in others, sharing a contagious passion and drive for achieving excellence, fostering a robust and cohesive team.
We can offer you the opportunity to:
- Lead a Dynamic Team: Embrace the opportunity to lead a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic team of staff, fostering a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with Exceptional Leaders: Work closely with outstanding leaders from other schools within the Enquire Learning Trust, benefiting from shared expertise and contributing to a network committed to educational advancement.
- Access tailored Professional Development: Take part in professional and career development opportunities, including ongoing leadership growth, customised to support your personal and professional aspirations.
- Work with an Exceptional Community: Enjoy working with our children, families, and wider community, to improve outcomes for all.
The closing date for completed applications is Friday 10 May 2024 at 12.00 noon; however, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier should sufficient suitable applications be received.
To arrange a visit or a telephone conversation about the role, please contact:
Mr Thomas Libera, Principal (Tel: 01482 701407)
Applications must be submitted via The Enquire Learning Trust website.
The Academy is committed safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
We follow safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).