Assistant Principal in Leicester

Netherhall Mead is a highly effective, well-resourced special school for pupils aged 4-19 years who have severe and profound multiple learning difficulties. We are part of The Mead Educational Trust (TMET), a growing partnership of primary, secondary and special schools across the East Midlands, committed to ensuring every pupil achieves their very best. As part of TMET, we benefit from a strong educational network and high-quality professional development opportunities, because “together we make a positive difference.”

At Netherhall Mead we are proud of our warm inclusive community and are seeking to appoint an exceptional individual with a proven track record of excellent classroom practice, who is child-centred and believes wholly in our school values. We are seeking an ambitious and energetic professional with experience of leading teams, monitoring teaching and learning, and with experience of successfully leading improvement and raising standards. Our multi-cultural and diverse community is highly valued by our families and staff and as a school we expect everyone to actively contribute to and promote our strong, positive culture.

If you are a dynamic and inspirational leader with the passion to grow and develop in the role, if you have a thorough knowledge of all key stages and the ambition and desire to play a major role in the leadership and growth of our school then we would love to hear from you.

In order to apply, please complete the application form and submit with a covering letter.

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the school by prior arrangement before application.

The successful applicant will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS check. Applicants will also be required to undertake pre-employment checks which will include a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household, is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018 as well as other necessary checks. Online checks will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates in line with KCSIE recommendations.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, such as an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check. Applicants who will be undertaking early and/or later years childcare (or the management of such childcare) will be required to complete a declaration that neither they, nor anyone who lives in the same household, is a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018.