Assistant Principal – Drive Whole-School Excellence in Barnet

Are you a visionary, impact-driven leader ready to be the driving force behind whole-school improvement? This Assistant Principal position in a forward-thinking Barnet school is your chance to shape futures, influence staff and pupils, and leave an indelible mark on an ambitious, high-performing community. We want a dynamic Assistant Principal with the talent, dedication, and strategic mindset to accelerate progress across the school.

Here, you’ll take your leadership experience to new heights, contributing at the heart of a school with a strong Ofsted record and a relentless focus on growth. With direct mentorship from an inspiring headteacher, you’ll develop exceptional skills in school leadership, while playing a pivotal role in embedding an outstanding culture for learning. This Barnet school is renowned for empowering its staff through first-class CPD and supporting accelerated career pathways up to Senior Leadership.

Key Highlights:

• Assistant Principal – pivotal whole-school leadership
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37,870 – £50,474) Per Year
• Located in vibrant Barnet, with excellent transport links
• Ofsted rating: Good to Outstanding – reputation for rapid progress
• Unmatched CPD and executive coaching – every leader’s dream
• Designed for impact-focused, ambitious leaders with proven track records
• Exceptional resources, new STEM facilities, and tech-rich classrooms

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading on teaching, learning, and assessment across key stages
• Developing innovative strategies for progress, behaviour, and inclusion
• Coaching and mentoring teachers to deliver consistently outstanding lessons
• Analysing data, implementing intervention plans, and raising attainment
• Playing a core role in strategic planning with the SLT and governors

Ideal "Assistant Principal" for this Barnet School:

• Current or aspiring school leaders with QTS and outstanding impact
• Proven ability to drive culture, improvement and staff development
• Strategic thinkers with a passion for high standards and inclusion
• Inspirational communicators, respected by colleagues and parents
• Energised by challenge, ambitious for every pupil and team member

Why Join This Barnet School?:

• Staff-first ethos – your well-being and career come first
• Clear path to Deputy/Headship, tailored progression support
• Diverse, thriving student body who value inspirational leadership
• Collaborative, innovative colleagues – an inspiring learning culture
• Outstanding facilities and a strong focus on digital learning

How to Apply

Seize this chance to step into a pivotal Assistant Principal or All Through School teaching position in thriving Barnet—applications are moving quickly, and interviews are already underway. If you’re ready to make a significant impact without delay, submit your application right now to get immediate consideration.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving North London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!