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Job title: Principal – InFocus College, Exeter
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000
Hours: Full-Time
Main geographical location of role: Exeter, Devon
Closing date: 30 June 2025
Where do applicants need to apply (preferred option): https://infocus-charity.org.uk/careers/current-vacancies/college-principal/
Job Description
Job description
Are you an ambitious and compassionate leader looking for your next step in specialist education?
InFocus College is seeking a new Principal to lead our outstanding team and help take the college from good to exceptional. Located on a beautiful 13-acre site in Exeter, we support young people aged 16–25 with vision impairment and complex needs through highly personalised learning programmes.
This is a rare opportunity to make a real impact in a truly specialist setting. As Principal, you’ll shape strategy, inspire staff, champion inclusion, and work closely with our CEO and Executive Team to grow and develop the college.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and developing the college’s strategic vision
* Ensuring high-quality, person-centred teaching and learning
* Managing a skilled multidisciplinary team
* Representing the college with local authorities and commissioning bodies
* Championing our focus on preparation for adulthood and student independence
* Taking an active leadership role across InFocus Charity
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has leadership experience in a SEND, specialist school or inclusive FE setting
* Understands the needs of learners with vision impairment, complex needs or PMLD
* Can inspire and lead with warmth, clarity and integrity
* Has strong communication and people skills
* Believes in every young person’s right to a full, independent and valued adult life
* Is ready to help shape the future of one of the UK’s most specialist colleges
Whether you’re an experienced Principal or an ambitious Deputy looking to step up, we’d love to hear from you.
What we offer
* 6 weeks’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Teachers’ Pension Scheme or occupational pension
* Free on-site parking
* Access to our swimming pool, gym and on-site café
* Employee Assistance Programme and life insurance from day one
* Free training and development opportunities
* A friendly, supportive team and beautiful campus in Exeter
How to apply
Please complete our application form on our website – https://infocus-charity.org.uk/careers/current-vacancies/college-principal/
CVs alone will not be accepted.
We strongly encourage visits or informal chats before applying. Contact Amanda Gorfin, PA to CEO, on 01392 454201.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £65,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Canteen
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* On-site gym
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
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