Vice Principal – Character

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Salary: Leadership scale – L18 – L22

Site: Queen Katharine Academy

Closing date:  9am on Monday 23^rd February

Start date:  May 2026

Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing.  

Are you a dynamic and forward-looking leader ready to make a significant impact?

Do you have the drive, skills, and experience to lead an award-winning, multi-cultural academy through its next stage of development?

If so, we welcome you to apply for the role of Vice Principal at Queen Katharine Academy.

Your role:

You are an experienced leader from a relevant educational setting with a proven track record of positive impact in various leadership roles. You excel in raising standards and improving outcomes for all learners. You will have a key role in upholding and maintaining our Character. Your exceptional communication skills enable you to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, parents, local governance roles, and key external stakeholders. You understand the importance of fostering a school culture where all members can thrive, and you are committed to raising aspirations and transforming lives.

About us:

Queen Katharine Academy, located in the north of Peterborough, is a vibrant and inclusive centre of educational excellence, educating around 1700 pupils aged 11-19. As part of the Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we share expertise with like-minded schools to provide the best opportunities for our pupils. We are committed to providing a rich and relevant education that transforms lives and gives all of our children the opportunities they deserve. We want to inspire and equip our learners with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to learn effectively both independently, and with and from others.  By the time they leave Queen Katharine Academy, we want all our students to be empowered to be in charge of their own lives, to be fully engaged in their futures and motivated to shape society and the world around them. 

We offer a supportive environment with excellent salary packages, CPD opportunities, and a collaborative approach. Our talented team is committed to high expectations, self-discipline, and promoting integrity, compassion, and tolerance.

Why work for us?:

Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.”  To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits

At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring you feel welcomed and well-prepared from day one.  According to our 2025 staff survey, 91% of staff are proud to work for TDET!

Ready to transform lives through education?  Apply now and make a difference!

TDET - Working together to transform lives through education

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Academy will require the successful candidate to provide satisfactory references and undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Thomas Deacon Education Trust, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Join us in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all contributions are valued.

If you have any questions regarding this post, please contact the HR Team on e-mail at  hrteam@tdet.education