PrincipalEDV/2026/WLCPS/75723 in Werrington

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide visionary and values-driven leadership, aligned with the Trust’s strategic direction.
• Work closely with the Regional Principal to drive sustained school improvement and excellence.
• Inspire, motivate and develop staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
• Maintain high expectations for pupil achievement, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Foster a culture where all children feel safe, happy and ready to learn.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents, the local community and wider stakeholders.
• Champion the school’s Christian ethos, ensuring it is lived and experienced across the school.

Qualifications & Experience

• Has recent, successful senior leadership experience and is ready to step into a Principal role.
• Is an excellent communicator who can build and sustain strong partnerships with families, staff and the wider community.
• Demonstrates excellent pedagogical knowledge and can coach, mentor and develop others.
• Has a strong understanding of curriculum design, implementation and impact, with high expectations for pupil outcomes.
• Is committed to inclusion, ensuring all pupils are supported to succeed.
• Understands the importance of pastoral care and effective behaviour leadership.
• Is adaptable, resilient and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a Trust.
• Is a values-led leader who embraces and promotes the Christian ethos of the school.
• Is enthusiastic, forward-thinking and able to both support and challenge to drive improvement.

Benefits

• A thriving and inclusive school community with a strong Christian ethos.
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who are eager to learn.
• A dedicated and committed staff team passionate about making a difference.
• A school that prioritises creativity, curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
• The opportunity to work closely with a Regional Principal and wider Trust network, offering support, collaboration and professional growth.
• A Trust committed to the development and wellbeing of its leaders and staff.

Professional Development

We offer high quality, evidence-based professional development across a range of areas including leadership, teaching and learning, SEND and behaviour management. We support staff in accessing a wide range of qualifications, including Diplomas, Masters and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs). As a large employer we pay into the Apprenticeship Levy Fund and are able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships to both new and existing staff.

Professional Growth

We have removed traditional ‘performance management’ and have replaced it with ‘professional growth’; a different perspective and a new direction designed to challenge thinking, promote deep reflection, collaboration and change for the better. We listen to career aspirations and how we can support with your goals and next steps. There is no performance-related pay in the Trust - we view our staff as our greatest asset. Our professional growth processes exist to ensure that our staff are able to be the very best they can be. This in turn leads to achieving our core purpose: that every adult and every child flourishes.

Well-being Strategy

The Trust has a comprehensive well-being strategy encompassing five strands of well-being. There is an Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support and an Employee Benefits Scheme, offering discounts on everyday essentials. The Trust is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.