Vice Principal – Teaching, Learning & Curriculum

Post: Vice Principal – Teaching, Learning &

Curriculum

Winston Way Academy, Ilford Salary: £78,672 FTE Contract: Full‑time, Permanent Start date: September 2026 Closing date: 15 May 2026

About the role Winston Way Academy is seeking to

appoint an exceptional Vice Principal (Teaching, Learning & Curriculum) to

join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role for an ambitious,

values‑driven

leader who is passionate about driving excellence in teaching, learning, and

curriculum design and improving outcomes for all pupils. Working closely with the

Principal and Vice Principal for Inclusion, you will lead the strategic

development of high‑quality pedagogy, curriculum coherence, assessment, and

professional learning across the academy. You will play a central role in

shaping a culture of high expectations, intellectual curiosity, and continuous

improvement, ensuring that every child benefits from an ambitious and inclusive

curriculum. Key responsibilities Provide strategic

leadership for Teaching, Learning and Curriculum across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 Champion consistently

excellent teaching through coaching, professional development and robust

quality assurance Lead curriculum design,

review and assessment to ensure clarity, progression and academic ambition Embed oracy, literacy and

numeracy across the curriculum Drive the effective use of

data to secure strong progress and outcomes for all pupils Support and develop senior

and middle leaders through line management and appraisal Promote effective use of educational

technology in line with United Learning’s Digital Strategy Contribute fully to whole‑school

leadership, operational management and safeguarding Deputise for the Principal

when required About you We are looking for a leader who: Is an

outstanding practitioner with a strong track record of school improvement Has significant senior leadership experience

linked to teaching, learning and curriculum Has clear strategic vision and the ability to

inspire others Uses data intelligently to drive sustained

improvement Has strong knowledge of pedagogy, assessment,

curriculum design and safeguarding Brings energy, creativity, resilience and a

strong moral purpose Is committed to inclusive education and high

achievement for every child