The permanent Principal role is at Godley Community Primary Academy in Hyde. It leads school strategy and improvement, raising pupil achievement and wellbeing while setting expectations for teaching and developing staff. The post combines whole-school leadership with engagement across children, colleagues and the wider community, building on the academys existing foundations. It requires QTS, at least five years' successful classroom experience and an enhanced DBS disclosure; the start date is 12 April 2027.
What the job involves
- Lead the academy's vision and strategy to drive school development and continuous improvement
- Build on the academy's existing strengths while addressing the challenges it faces
- Put children's interests at the centre of decisions and promote their wellbeing
- Raise standards in learning and teaching and improve pupil progress and achievement
- Influence and engage children, colleagues and the wider community
- Develop and empower colleagues, holding them to account against clear expectations and standards
What's required
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Experience
- At least five years of successful classroom experience
- A successful leadership track record demonstrating integrity, creativity and resilience
- Successful leadership of a whole-school development initiative with demonstrable impact on pupil progress and achievement
Skills & knowledge
- Strategic leadership and the ability to sustain an inspiring vision for school improvement
- Understanding of the academy's complexities and ability to lead improvement in challenging circumstances
- Child-centred decision-making and commitment to high standards in learning and teaching
- Ability to influence children, colleagues and the wider community
- Ability to develop and empower colleagues and hold them to clear standards
- Motivation, energy, teamwork, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and eagerness to develop knowledge and skills
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS disclosure
What's offered
- Membership of the local pension scheme
- Development and progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Octopus EV Scheme
- Lifestyle savings
- Principal Support
Godley - Principal in Hyde employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
