Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and play a pivotal role in driving school improvement?
The Portsmouth Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated and inspirational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Principal on a fixed term basis. This is a key role within the school offering the opportunity to contribute strategically to whole-school improvement and help ensure the very best outcomes for our Students. For the right candidate, this fixed‑term position has the potential to lead to a permanent role.
As Assistant Principal, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of the school, supporting high-quality teaching and learning and promoting a culture of high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the strategic leadership and development of the school
- Support the implementation and evaluation of the school improvement plan
- Promote high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement
- Lead on key whole-school priorities
- Use data effectively to drive improvement and monitor impact
About You:
We are looking for a strong leader with:
- A track record of impact in teaching and learning
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
- High expectations for staff and students and the ability to inspire others
- The ability to work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team to uphold the highest standards of academic achievement, student behaviour and conduct
- QTS status and recent experience of working within a Secondary setting and leadership team
This role is fixed term until 31/08/2026 with the potential to lead to a permanent role for the right candidate.
At The Portsmouth Academy, we are committed to raising aspirations and helping every student become their best self. As part of our leadership team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact, contribute to our ongoing success and grow your career in a supportive and ambitious environment.