Deputy Principal

Part of the Eastern MAT Email:  peopleadvisoryservices@eastern-mat.co.uk   Website:  https://www.eastern-mat.co.uk/   Salary – Leadership Scale L5-9, £55,747 - £63,070 pa Permanent Full Time Part-time, flexible and job-share considered Our Story  At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe every child deserves an excellent education, and that starts with exceptional staff. Upwell Academy is a vibrant, values-driven school at an exciting point in its journey. Following our recent positive Ofsted inspection, we are proud of the strong foundations we have established and are now focused on building further excellence for every child. Guided by our core values: Empower, Motivate, Achieve and Transform, we create a nurturing and ambitious environment where pupils and staff thrive. We work in close partnership with families and the wider community to ensure the very best outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school with real momentum and play a key role in shaping its next chapter. Why Join Us?  At EMAT, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people. We offer: A leadership team that listens and acts on feedback High-quality CPD and clear career progression pathways A highly skilled and collaborative staff team A strong culture of wellbeing, including employee assistance programmes Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities A Trust committed to inclusion, diversity and collaboration Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme The Opportunity  We are seeking an ambitious and committed Deputy Principal to work in close partnership with the Principal to lead the next phase of school improvement at Upwell Academy. This is a pivotal leadership role with significant influence across the school. You will help drive high standards in teaching, learning and behaviour, while contributing strategically to the continued development of the school. The role includes a 0.5 teaching commitment, enabling you to remain closely connected to classroom practice while having dedicated time to lead, develop staff and drive improvement. As part of your responsibilities, you will take on the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring the highest standards of care and protection for all pupils. You will: Support and lead whole-school improvement priorities Develop and coach staff to improve teaching and learning Promote a culture of high expectations and inclusion Work collaboratively with families and the wider Trust Model excellent classroom practice About You  You will be an inspirational and reflective leader who is passionate about making a difference. You will have: A degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Proven leadership experience within a school setting A strong track record of improving outcomes for all pupils Expertise in supporting pupils with a range of needs The abili