Assistant Principal - Head of 6th Form

Overview

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and hard-working colleague to step into a school leadership role, taking responsibility for the day to day running of what is a large, vibrant, well equipped and Ofsted Outstanding graded 6th Form. They will line manage the Head of Year 12, Head of Year 13, Sixth Form Administrator, and the Study Centre Supervisor, and will themselves report to the Deputy Principal. They will be a fundamental influence in upholding the ethos of the 6th Form, ensuring that it remains the pinnacle of Highams Park School, providing Years 7 – 11 with aspirational role models to learn from and emulate.

Personal attributes

This post represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional ready to develop their leadership skills by progressing into an Assistant Principal role.  

Salary & Benefits

Salary from £72009 to £79157 per year

Points L12 - L16

Leadership Scale Outer London

Location

Highams Park School
Handsworth Avenue
Highams Park
London
E4 9PJ

Supporting documents

• Teaching Application Form
• Job Description
• Person Specification

Please send your completed application to scroft@highamsparkschool.co.uk  by 10:00am on Thursday 21st May 2026. 

Interviews will take place on Friday 22nd May 2026. 

Safeguarding Children 

We are committed to the safety of our pupils through our recruitment and school practices; all jobs are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. 

The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. 

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