Vice Principal

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy, London, E9 7HD

17 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  16 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  27 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: From L17 to L21 - dependent on experience
• Additional allowances:

  From L17 to L21 - dependent on experience

Vice Principal job summary

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy seeks to appoint a Vice Principal

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.

Since the federation was formed in 2004, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools. We now consist of seven academies:

• Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney

• Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock

• Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock

• Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney

• Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock

• Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney

• Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

The successful candidate’s role is to support the Principal in embedding the ethos of aspiration, success and high standards in every area of academy life, ensuring that the vision and values of the academy are shared and acted upon by staff and students, and are understood by parents and the wider community. The responsibilities of the role will be determined based on the needs of the academy and the skills and experience of the successful applicant, but you will lead directly or indirectly on one, some or many of the following areas:

• Curriculum, including the wider curriculum and timetable

• Pastoral Care, which includes behaviour, student wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusion

• Assessment, including external and internal examinations

• Teaching and Learning, including teacher training

• Staff Development, including performance management

• Parental and Community Engagement

You will ensure the day-to-day smooth running of the academy, supporting the Principal and the Senior Vice Principal in the continuous improvement of the academy.

You would also be required to deputise for the Senior Vice Principal or Principal should they be absent.

The Principal invites applications from candidates who are confident, well-organised, lead by example, inspire staff at all levels, have demonstrable experience in a high performing SLT, and put children at the heart of everything they do.

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation

Early finish on Friday - secondary academies

Hybrid working for planning and preparation time - primary academies

The Mossbourne Allowance*

Free lunches*

Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym - secondary academies

Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes

Discounts at local restaurants

Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs

Saturday and holiday paid programme

Special leave scheme (additional paid time off)

Staff appreciation awards and events

First rate professional development and career opportunities

Financial support for career development*

‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff*

Remuneration for exam board marking*

Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We are committed to anti-racist principles and practices, and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

You can follow us on LinkedIn at - https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 833 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/mossbourne-victoria-park-academy

At Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) we continue to build on The Mossbourne Federation ethos to provide an exceptional education for all pupils in our care. With learning at the heart of everything we do, MVPA continues to raise expectations and achievement in Hackney and its neighbouring boroughs with the belief that all students can fulfill their true potential. Our staff deliver excellent lessons; our pupils enjoy a vibrant enrichment programme and have access to debate, speech making and presentation training through our oratory specialism. Our excellent teaching staff work in a rewarding environment where everyone pulls together for the same thing; the best possible deal for our pupils.

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