Vice Principal - Curriculum in London

Work Where It Matters Most, Achieve What Matters More. Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. At Ormiston Latimer Academy, we believe every young person deserves an excellent education that prepares them for future success. As Vice Principal - Curriculum, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience of every student, ensuring that our curriculum is ambitious, inclusive and delivers exceptional outcomes for all.

You will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with the Head of School to provide strategic leadership across the academy. Through your vision and expertise, you will lead on curriculum development, assessment, timetabling and quality assurance, driving continuous improvement in teaching and learning. You will also champion professional development, helping colleagues to grow and thrive so that every classroom delivers the highest standards of education. This is an opportunity to make a lasting difference, influencing academy-wide improvement while helping young people realise their potential and achieve their ambitions.

Why you?

• You are an experienced and successful senior leader with a proven track record of improving teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• You combine strategic thinking with a passion for educational excellence and understand how a high-quality curriculum can transform life chances.
• You will have Qualified Teacher Status and substantial senior leadership experience within a secondary school setting.
• Proven experience of leading whole-school improvement, particularly in curriculum development, assessment and teaching and learning.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire colleagues.
• Excellent understanding of national curriculum developments, performance data and effective school improvement strategies.
• A commitment to collaboration, inclusion and ensuring every young person has the opportunity to succeed.

Why this academy?

Ormiston Latimer Academy is an alternative provision school in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, serving learners aged 11-16. The academy’s vision is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where strong relationships are the foundation of learning, aspiration is encouraged in every individual and support is tailored to empower all learners to thrive. Ormiston Latimer Academy provides a caring environment based on integrity, mutual respect and understanding. We seek to reignite passion for education and aspiration in every young person. Each learner is treated as an individual and is supported within an environment that develops a love of learning alongside the social and emotional skills needed for life beyond education.

We are a small provision supporting learners who are at risk of, or have been excluded from, mainstream settings. Our specialist approach focuses on developing young people’s capabilities, their potential for employability, their ability to build healthy relationships and to make safe, positive life choices. We believe that success for our young people comes through personalised support, high expectations and strong, trusting relationships. Our approach considers each learner’s educational experiences to date, their social and emotional wellbeing, mental health, family context and any special educational needs (SEN). We work closely with professionals, families and external agencies to ensure our support is holistic and impactful. We are proud of the caring, supportive and inclusive environment we provide, enhancing our learners’ quality of life and supporting them to realise their aspirations.

Ofsted (November 2025) commented: “Pupils are fortunate to attend this school. Here, they mend their relationship with learning, forge trusting relationships with adults and feel valued.”

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys:

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive.
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve.
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities.
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits.

What we offer

We value the contribution of every colleague and offer a range of benefits designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance. Benefits include automatic pay progression, a generous pension scheme, wellbeing support, exclusive discounts, Blue Light Card access and our cycle-to-work scheme.

Ready to Make a Difference?