Principal, Education Administration

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We are now recruiting for a Principal for Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
. This is a truly rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced senior leader to join the flagship academy and a very successful and financially sound, mature and geographically local multi‑academy trust that provides management freedom for effective leaders with secure central support that encourages collaboration for success. We are looking for someone who is ambitious for the children of Dartford, to enhance their life chances and provide a bright future for them and their families.

You will already be an exceptional senior leader at a successful secondary school with real ambition to improve the life chances of the students at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy. Experience in raising educational standards in an urban community, including pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds will be attractive. We will expect the Principal to further develop a positive culture and ethos where each child is expected to do well and their progress is supported every step of the way.

We wish to hear from you if you really want to change our education world and are:

• an enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious school leader with a track record of success at secondary level;
• a motivational and inspirational leader with high expectations of staff;
• confident and able to communicate a clear vision for the school;
• able to develop children to reach their full potential regardless of background or circumstance;
• approachable and keen to work with staff across the Trust to ensure wide success;
• a passion for working in an urban, multicultural setting; and
• able to establish and develop excellent relationships with the community and other stakeholders.

What we can offer you:

• a six‑figure salary along with private healthcare and an opportunity to earn a performance bonus;
• an exciting LAT career path with opportunities for further progression in the future;
• security and support on your journey from close collaboration with a small central executive and a larger group of talented Principals to share best practice and innovation.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here
, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Director

Full‑time

Education

Primary and Secondary Education and Education

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