Assistant Principal - Secondary School - Permanent Position - Redbridge - January 2026 Start Location: Redbridge Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: MPS-UPS TLR (depending on experience) Are you an ambitious and inspirational school leader ready to make a lasting impact? Perhaps you are an experienced Middle Leader, Head of Department, or Senior Leader looking to take the next step in your leadership journey? A high-achieving and inclusive secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Principal to join its senior leadership team from January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the strategic direction, culture, and success of a thriving school community. Assistant Principal - The Role: * Provide strategic leadership and direction across key areas of school improvement. * Support the Principal and Senior Leadership Team in delivering the school's vision and values. * Lead on curriculum development, teaching and learning, or pastoral care (depending on experience and strengths). * Monitor, evaluate, and drive improvements in academic performance and student outcomes. * Inspire, motivate, and develop staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional growth. * Ensure high standards of behaviour, inclusion, and safeguarding are upheld across the school. Assistant Principal - The Ideal Candidate: * Holds QTS and has substantial teaching experience within a secondary setting. * Has a proven track record of successful leadership and whole-school impact. * Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills. * Has the ability to inspire both staff and students, modelling excellence in practice. * Is strategic, reflective, and passionate about inclusive, high-quality education for all learners. * Is committed to continuous professional development and whole-school improvement. The School: This successful and oversubscribed 11-18 secondary school in Redbridge is known for its high academic standards, inclusive ethos, and commitment to developing both staff and students. The school boasts modern facilities, strong community links, and a supportive leadership team focused on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Staff are encouraged and supported through a wide range of CPD opportunities and leadership pathways. Why Join This School? * Highly supportive and visionary leadership team * A culture that values staff wellbeing and professional development * Opportunities for career progression across a growing Trust * Excellent teaching and learning facilities with modern technology * Generous staff benefits, including: * 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (legal, financial, and wellbeing support) * Investment in professional qualifications, including NPQs * Two weeks' full-pay paternity leave * Free access to an on-site fitness suite and free parking How to Apply: If you are an experienced and inspiring leader ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Click 'Apply' now or contact Natalie at Aspire People for a confidential discussion about this exciting Assistant Principal opportunity. aspirepeoplelondon Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks