Vice Principal

Vice Principal - South View Academy: L11-15

South View Academy is a new, purpose-built 3-19 Special Free School opening in September 2027. It is being opened by Wellspring Academy Trust, in partnership with North Yorkshire Council and the Department for Education.

Do you share our vision of an education system where every child can thrive and become as independent as possible?

Are you an exceptional leader who wants to make a real difference to the lives of children in North Yorkshire?

We are currently looking for a Vice Principal who is:

• An inspirational leader and outstanding practitioner with the expertise to drive educational excellence, supporting the Head of School in establishing and sustaining expert teaching that meets the diverse special educational needs of our pupils.

• Passionate about curriculum innovation and development, ensuring all children access a broad, balanced and deeply personalised entitlement that prepares them for the opportunities, responsibilities and independence of adult life.

• A collaborative and strategic deputy, capable of managing day to day school operations alongside the leadership team while fostering a school wide culture of understanding, cooperation and mutual respect.

We need a leader who is highly motivated, dynamic and possesses the resilience and focus to join us at the very start of our journey. Only the very best will do as our children deserve only the best.

If you are a confident leader, if you are dedicated to improving the life chances of children and if you have the strategic vision to help both staff and pupils shine, please get in touch!

Please see the attached recruitment pack, Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

For a further discussion with the Head of School, Karen Hodson, or to arrange a visit to one of our other schools, please contact Lauren Harper at l.harper@springwellacademyleeds.org

To apply, please submit an application through My New Term. Your application should outline why you feel your experience makes you a strong applicant for this exciting opportunity.

Please note that candidates are expected to demonstrate all the essential criteria and have strong communication skills.

The closing date for applications is: 8am, Monday 28 September 2026

Interviews will likely take place on either 5 or 8 October 2026 - TBC

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to prepare a presentation as part of the assessment process.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview.

Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/ countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.