Principal

The Vale Academy (TVA) is a 3 form entry primary school that offers a warm, welcoming, and academic learning environment for children aged 2-11.  We are proud of the strong foundations we have in place: our dedicated pupils, expert teachers and supportive parents form a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.  We believe every child deserves an outstanding education that rivals the very best and are driven by this ambition.

Due to the relocation of our current Principal, we are seeking an exceptional candidate to provide the very highest quality of leadership and to take TVA on the journey to being the very best. Working closely with the Trust’s Executive Team, the successful candidate will provide visible, expert leadership, driving excellence in teaching, learning and pupil performance across the school.

This is a pivotal role in our trust's leadership; our vision is that The Vale Academy will be a model of exemplary practice within our high performing trust, and the right candidate has the opportunity to shape our future with drive and ambition. 

We are looking for a leader who will build on the good work at The Vale Academy to take the school to the next stage in its development by:

·         Leading from the front with a positive and proactive attitude.

·         Being highly visible to the school community.

·         Creating a culture where pupils meet high expectations and thrive in a safe, focused learning environment.

·         Knowing great curricula and implementing a high-quality curriculum for all.

·         Being consistent and level-headed.

·         Leading The Vale Academy to be a model of excellence.

·         Ensuring the highest standards of behaviour.

·         Building trust through strong relationships with pupils, families, staff and the local community.

If you share our vision for education and are passionate about maximising educational attainment and standards to ensure all pupils reach their full potential, you will be well-placed to join our school and make a difference.  You will be supported by inspirational and dynamic peers in a forward-thinking and progressive trust.

Please view the Advantage Schools prospectus here:  Overview - Advantage Schools

School visits and discussions with the CEO are warmly welcomed.

Job specifics

Start Date           1st September 2026

Salary                  AS Leadership 15-19 £73,790-£81,411

This reflects our desire to appoint the best candidate available.

Why work for Advantage Schools?

·         The opportunity to lead a school to achieve the highest of standards as part of an ambitious trust.

·         Be valued as a high-profile leader within the trust, benefitting from the collaborative support of our network of principals and the wider trust education team.

·         You’ll be working alongside a collaborative, forward thinking leadership team.

·         Unparalleled CPD opportunities.

·         A fantastic school ethos where children, staff and parents/carers are highly supportive.

·         Staff benefits that make a difference to your work life balance.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date