At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the VP Pastoral in overseeing behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing at Northampton Academy.
- Company: Join a vibrant academy dedicated to student success and inclusion.
- Benefits: Be part of a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Commitment to equality and safeguarding is a must.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence are essential.
The predicted salary is between 47185 - 131056 £ per year.
Northampton Academy is looking for a strong, tenacious and personable assistant principal initially to support the VP Pastoral in overseeing the school's pastoral provision. The role involves ensuring the highest standards of behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and wellbeing provision are consistently met. You will collaborate closely with all key stakeholders to support the academy’s high expectations, bringing excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, a calm demeanor, resilience, and the ability to multi‑task.
Key responsibilities:
- Maintain and promote high standards of behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and wellbeing.
- Support the Vice Principal in delivering the pastoral strategy and in liaising with staff, parents, students and external agencies.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, maintaining professional relationships and responding to concerns in a timely and empathetic manner.
- Champion inclusion and support the needs of all learners and staff.
Requirements and commitments:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong emotional intelligence, composure in challenging situations, resilience and effective multi‑tasking.
- High awareness of inclusion principles and commitment to equality.
- Subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Northampton Academy is committed to equal opportunities and the protection and safety of all students and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share these commitments.
Contact: Jules Smith, Vice Principal – Pastoral – jules.smith@northampton-academy.org
Closing Date: Friday, 10th July 2026 at 23.59pm
Interviews: Wednesday, 15th July 2026
