Assistant Principal

About this Role We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Principal to lead our Sixth Form at Haberdashers’ Knights Academy. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape a dynamic and growing Post-16 provision within a forward-thinking and values-driven Academy under the leadership of our new Principal. Our Sixth Form is central to our vision for excellence, offering a rich and inclusive experience that enables students to thrive academically, develop as confident young adults, and progress to aspirational destinations.

We are looking for a leader who will:

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Sixth Form Contribute to whole-school leadership and improvement,

Lead, manage and develop Sixth Form staff

Oversee student achievement, safeguarding and personal development Reporting This role will report into the Vice Principal Staff Development ​ Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential. 'Our People Strategy is key to our success and integral to this is our commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion . Bringing this to life is the responsibility of every member of staff. We take seriously any behaviour which undermines it. Anyone applying to work with us, should share this commitment.’ We actively encourage applicants from colleagues from under-represented groups. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.