Assistant Principal (Year 6) – Lead with Impact at Our Client’s Primary Academy in Slough
Location: Slough
Salary: Leadership Scale (London Fringe) – Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier if available)
Please note: Our client does not offer sponsorship
Are you a strong and inspiring leader with a passion for driving excellence in Year 6? This is an exciting opportunity to join our client’s ambitious and supportive primary academy in Slough as an Assistant Principal, with strategic responsibility for Year 6 and transition to secondary school.
About the School:
Our client is a thriving, inclusive primary academy at the heart of the Slough community. With a commitment to raising standards and ensuring every pupil achieves their potential, they offer a nurturing environment where staff are valued and developed as leaders of learning.
The Role:
They are looking for an experienced and driven teacher to take on the role of Assistant Principal, with specific leadership of Year 6. You will play a key role in overseeing teaching and learning, assessment and pupil outcomes, as well as leading on SATs preparation and successful transition to secondary education.
What Our Client Offers:
* A leadership role within a forward-thinking and collaborative SLT
* Dedicated leadership time alongside classroom responsibilities
* A school-wide focus on staff development and pupil outcomes
* Opportunities for further career progression within the trust
* A positive, inclusive culture focused on staff wellbeing and high expectations
You Will Have:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
* Proven experience of teaching in upper Key Stage 2, ideally Year 6
* A strong understanding of the KS2 curriculum, assessment and SATs
* Previous leadership experience or the readiness to step into leadership
* The ability to inspire, challenge and support staff and pupils alike
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to take the next step in their leadership journey, driving success and making a real impact in the final year of primary education.
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