Contract Details: Leadership Spine 31 to 37 (£108,202 to £125,345 per annum)
Maltby Learning Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Principal at Wath Academy, part of Maltby Learning Trust.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a school that has undergone significant transformation and now stands as a strong and ambitious Academy within Maltby Learning Trust.
About the Role
Wath Academy is a large, vibrant 11-18 secondary school serving the community of Wath-upon-Dearne and beyond. As part of Maltby Learning Trust, a cross-phase Multi Academy Trust, we benefit from close professional collaboration, shared expertise and a collective commitment to improving life chances for all children across our communities.
Core Purpose of the Role
* Lead the delivery of an exceptional, ambitious and inclusive curriculum that enables every young person to achieve highly and go on to live successful and fulfilling lives.
* Ensure that barriers to learning, including those linked to social disadvantage, are systematically removed so that all students have equitable opportunities and choices.
* Further establish the Academy as a force for good within its community, championing the power of education to drive social mobility and long-term community transformation.
* Inspire, develop and empower staff to deliver consistently high standards, fostering a culture where all colleagues feel valued and committed to making a meaningful difference.
In Return We Offer
* modern learning spaces that inspire exceptional teaching and learning.
* excellent career development opportunities and access to a comprehensive and personalised Professional Learning and Development (PLD) programme.
* a strong induction programme with supportive and ambitious colleagues.
* the opportunity to shape strategy within an already successful department.
* a clear pathway for leadership development within a growing and ambitious Trust.
* Employee benefits, including (some subject to successful 6 months probation):
o Cycle to Work Scheme
o 24/7 GP access
o Cash healthcare plan
o Staff Rewards Gateway
o SmartTech
o Career Progression
Interview Dates
Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st May 2026
Informal discussions about the role and a visit to the Academy are warmly encouraged. Please contact Mr L Ransome, Director of Education via lransome@maltbylearningtrust.com to arrange a phone call or visit to discuss the post and the next stage of your career.
Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and CPD
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