Head of College (Vice Principal)

Leigh Academy Longfield has an exceptional opportunity for a committed, enthusiastic and passionate Head of College (Vice Principal) to join us from September 2026. Joining us will enable you to work with like-minded colleagues who share your goals and ambitions. You will be part of a team that provides outstanding educational opportunities for all of our pupils through creative, carefully sequenced and highly effective lines of inquiry where all learners are at the very core of driving our curriculum. This position offers a unique leadership opportunity for those who are inspired to positively impact upon children’s life chances and potential. As part of this position there will be the expectation that you will cover classes to provide release time or provide some teaching to a consistent class. You will support the Principal with the strategic direction of the academy and act in a delegated capacity in their absence. We wish to hear from you if you are committed to changing our education world and are: an enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious leader with a successful track record 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; able to establish and develop excellent relationships with the community and other stakeholders.