Vice Principal – Visionary Leader for Ambitious Hackney Academy

Energise your educational career with a dynamic Vice Principal role at a transformative Hackney school. Seize this rare opportunity to lead, inspire, and help shape an ambitious, forward-thinking learning community at the cutting edge of student achievement and wellbeing. We are seeking an exceptional Vice Principal eager to drive progress, champion innovation, and empower both staff and students—while advancing their own leadership journey. If you are an impact-driven educator ready to set new standards in excellence, this is the Vice Principal position designed for you.

As our new Vice Principal, you will gain world-class experience in a vibrant, high-performing school setting known for rapid improvement and a supportive ethos. Enjoy access to a trailblazing professional development programme, rich collaboration with visionary educators, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a diverse, thriving Hackney environment. Step into a culture that celebrates aspiration, rewards progress, and offers unparalleled opportunities for career progression—all while working at a school renowned for its inclusive values and Outstanding support structure.

Key Highlights:

• Vice Principal role – influential, high-impact leadership
• Competitive salary: up to £85,000 based on experience
• Prime Hackney location – accessible and vibrant community
• Ofsted-rated Good to Outstanding – trailblazing academic performance
• Exceptional CPD, specialist mentoring, and rapid career progression
• Ideal for ambitious, visionary school leaders with a track record of driving change
• Innovative campus with state-of-the-art facilities and inclusive, student-focused resources

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Shaping and executing whole-school strategy alongside a dynamic Headteacher
• Leading teams in curriculum innovation, pastoral excellence, and staff development
• Driving robust improvements in academic outcomes and behaviour standards
• Pioneering inclusion initiatives to ensure equitable opportunities for every student
• Building positive partnerships with families and the wider Hackney community
• Inspiring, evaluating, and developing teaching talent across departments

Ideal Vice Principal for this Hackney School:

• Inspirational leader with an unwavering commitment to student achievement
• Proven experience in school improvement and driving measurable outcomes
• Outstanding track record as a senior leader or ambitious assistant head
• Skilled communicator – collaborative, resilient, and adept at motivating others
• Visionary educator energised by challenge, diversity, and innovation

Why Join This Hackney School?:

• Ambitious, supportive school culture where leaders genuinely nurture talent
• Enjoy a forward-thinking, inclusive environment with high aspirations
• Bespoke CPD from nationally recognised education experts
• Diverse, engaged school community with exceptional behaviour
• Unrivalled leadership growth with future Headship pathways

Join Hackney’s most forward-thinking school as our next Vice Principal and accelerate your leadership impact in a setting where every day transforms futures. Application review is underway, and this Vice Principal vacancy will not remain open for long—take your place at the helm of educational excellence in Hackney now.

How to Apply

Interviews are underway—seize this moment to advance your career in one of Hackney’s most vibrant all-through schools. If you’re ready to step into a Vice Principal or teaching role, submit your application without delay. Competitive positions fill quickly, so secure your chance to make a meaningful impact today!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!