Saint Gabriel's College
England
£88,496 - £96,594 per year
Salary:
Salary Leadership Pay Scale 18-22
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 January 2026
Apply by:
15 October 2025
Job overview
About the Role
The Vice Principal is directly accountable to the Principal and plays a central role in leading the strategic development of Saint Gabriel's College. This senior leadership role ensures the highest standards of education, ethos, culture, and inclusion across the school. Supporting the Principal in sustaining a safe, inclusive, and values-driven environment where all students can fulfil their God- given potential.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Oversight of three Directors: Ethos and Culture, Quality of Education and Inclusion
* Lead, manage, and maintain the work of the Director of QofE, including curriculum development, monitoring systems, data collection, reporting, professional development, Early Career Teacher programmes, and intervention strategies to secure excellent student outcomes.
* Lead, manage and maintain the work of the Director of Ethos and Culture including oversight of safeguarding (DSL responsibilities), Academic Support Year Leaders (ASYL) team management, school ethos and culture, advisory programmes, cultural capital, enrichment, careers, behaviour systems, community links, admissions, attendance, welfare, rewards, sanctions, and alumni engagement.
* Lead, manage and maintain the work of the Director of Inclusion, including inclusive practices, student support systems, mental health and well-being initiatives, EAL provision, inclusive curriculum developments, monitoring vulnerable groups, and staff professional development in inclusive education.
Leadership & Accountability
* Line manage all three Directors, including performance management and accountability for team outcomes.
* Maintain overall accountability for the quality of education, curriculum, ethos, and inclusive culture within the school.
* Continually develop and implement strategies to improve academic performance and student outcomes.
* Ensure high-quality teaching standards are maintained across the school.
* Develop and deploy strategies to improve behaviour, including metrics to measure progress.
* Provide the oversight of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) with full oversight of safeguarding policies and practice.
* Undertake other duties as required, including deputising for the Principal or representing the school.
This role is central to ensuring Saint Gabriel's College upholds its values and commitment to excellence by creating a high performance inclusive and thriving community, where every student is supported and challenged to reach their full potential.
Requirements
Qualifications
* Degree and teaching qualification (required)
* NPQ or equivalent (required)
* 3+ years' senior leadership experience with demonstrable impact (required)
* Evidence of ongoing professional development (desirable)
* Experience deputising for a Headteacher/Principal (desirable)
* Senior leadership experience in more than one school (desirable)
Attributes
* Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Knowledge of safeguarding and education systems
* Effective time management and IT competence (Google Education Suite)
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and student success
Contract: This is a full-time, permanent position.
Start date: January 2026 or sooner
How to apply: If you think, you have the skills, experience, and passion that we need, please do apply.
An application form is provided with the online advertisement or can be obtained from
* Closing date: Completed applications should be submitted by 12 noon Wednesday 15th October 2025 your personal statement should be no more than two pages.
* Interviews: Week commencing 27th October 2025
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This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of Saint Gabriel's College, ensuring every student achieves their potential in a thriving diverse community
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About Saint Gabriel's College
Saint Gabriel's College
Langton Road, London
SW9 6UL
United Kingdom
Saint Gabriel's College is built on its core values: service to others, generosity of spirit, and commitment to excellence. Every day, these values guide our community as we work together to help each member thrive. As an inclusive Church of England secondary school, we value every individual and foster a welcoming environment. Our staff are committed and enthusiastic, and we expect the same dedication from our students.
Our mission is for all members of our community to fulfill their unique, God-given potential. Our school chaplain supports students and staff of every faith and background, helping them develop spiritual self-awareness and inner strength.
At Saint Gabriel's, we are a family. Each student is part of one of our three Learning Communities, promoting excellent relationships and ensuring that each child is known, nurtured, and encouraged by their peers. We value strong partnerships with parents and carers, as we know they make a vital difference to student success. Our parent curriculum supports and encourages families to become an active part of our learning community.
Our broad and balanced curriculum enables our students to excel in sixth form, university, and beyond. We place particular emphasis on the Creative Arts, expecting all Year 7 students to learn a musical instrument as we believe music imparts the discipline that fuels academic success and brings joy to our community through performance.
With encouragement, challenge, and support, our students shine with confidence, grow in spiritual and moral awareness, and develop the skills to make a meaningful impact on the world.
It is a privilege to lead such dedicated colleagues and exceptional students. Our website offers a glimpse into the life of Saint Gabriel's College, but we invite you to visit us and experience first hand what makes our school so special.
Josephine Okokon, BA(Hons), PGCE, MA, NPQEL
Principal
Ofsted and SIAMS Reports
In April 2024, Ofsted conducted an inspection of Saint Gabriel's College and concluded that the school continues to be 'Good'. The report highlights the school's caring and inclusive ethos, noting that leaders have fostered a strong community spirit underpinned by the values of the 'SGC Way'. Pupils described the school as "very welcoming and open" and "it feels like family." They behave well during lessons and around the school site.
The school celebrates its linguistic diversity, with many pupils speaking English as an additional language, and provides support to help them achieve well. The report also commends the school's pastoral work, noting that pupils feel well cared for and understand the importance of regular attendance. Additionally, the personal development curriculum is well-constructed, preparing pupils effectively for their next steps and offering a wide range of activities to build confidence and character.
View Saint Gabriel College's latest Ofsted report
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