Assistant Principal - Colchester Academy
Data Timetabling & Other Academic Responsibilities
Permanent contract
Full Time
Salary: Leadership Point 11-15
Required for January 2027 or sooner
Resilience, Excellence, Respect
Due to the successful promotions to Deputy Headship, Colchester Academy are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and driven Assistant Principal to join our dedicated Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will undertake the role of Data timetabling as well as other academic responsibilities and will help continue to raise standards across the school and to drive us further on our already successful journey. Candidates must have a proven track record of obtaining the very best outcomes for young people, have an eye for detail and meeting deadlines.
Colchester Academy is a thriving secondary school located in the heart of Colchester, Essex, and is graded ‘GOOD’ by OFSTED (2018 and 2023). Part of a local Academy Chain, Penrose Learning Trust, this is an incredibly exciting time for us to appoint someone who is hard working, has high levels of integrity and passionately believes in the power of education to change lives.
We offer a positive and supportive workplace where staff go the extra mile, for students and for each other. A place where we provide excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement, and where the culture is one of equity and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.
Colchester Academy is an outward facing research-based school, with pedagogy firmly rooted in the Principles of Instruction and a knowledge rich curriculum. We are looking to appoint someone intent upon driving up standards, delivering excellent teaching and inspiring the same in others.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within Colchester Academy, a school committed to excellence in everything we do.
This role provides excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement. Colchester Academy is committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training, and the culture is one of equality and fairness built on relationships developed out of mutual trust and respect.
To apply for this position an application form must be completed in full. Please also enclose a covering letter outlining your suitability for the post and the skills you will bring to the post.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the Academy, please contact Lindsay Ainger, 01206 878878.
Closing date: 09.00am Monday 15 June 2026
Interview date: tbc
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Colchester Academy is an Equal Opportunities Employer