Vice Principal /Senior Vice Principal

Salford City Academy, Manchester, M30 7PQ

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  4th January 2027

• Closing date

  14 October 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  16 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £80,739.00 - £102,148.00 Annually (FTE) United Learning Leadership Scale L16 - L26

Vice Principal /Senior Vice Principal job summary

Vice Principal / Senior Vice Principal

Behaviour, Attendance and Safeguarding

Salary: United Learning Leadership PayScale L16 - L26 (£80,739 - £102,148)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

We are looking for a Vice Principal whose values align with ours and who is excited to help shape the next chapter of our story. You will join a successful school with strong foundations and help us move from strong to exceptional. What makes this opportunity particularly special is the balance of autonomy and support it offers. We are looking for a Vice Principal who wants to lead, innovate and shape culture; someone who will influence the direction of the academy, strengthen practice and leave a lasting mark on our community. Your contribution will matter, your voice will be valued and your leadership will directly influence the lives of our students and staff.

The Person We Are Looking For

We know that outstanding schools are built by outstanding people. That is why we are looking beyond qualifications, titles and years of experience. We are looking for someone whose values, character and ambition align with our school and our community.

Passionate About Education

We want a leader who is passionate about education and unshakeable in their belief that every young person deserves the very best opportunities in life. Someone who understands that great leadership is not about position or status, but about making a difference every day, for students, staff and the wider community.

Hardworking and Resilient

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, driven and resilient. This is not a role for someone seeking comfort or an easy next step. It is a role for someone who wants to make a mark, embraces responsibility and is motivated by the challenge of improving outcomes and transforming lives.

Ability to Challenge

Equally, we want someone who can challenge. Someone who is prepared to ask difficult questions, hold high standards and bring fresh thinking. The right candidate will have the confidence to challenge when needed, but the emotional intelligence to do so in a way that builds trust, strengthens relationships and brings people with them

We value different perspectives, different experiences and people who see things others may miss. We do not want a replica of the leaders already in our school. We want someone who will complement our strengths, challenge our thinking and help us become even better. The successful candidate will be ambitious, but humble. Confident, but grounded. Relentless in their pursuit of excellence, while remaining deeply committed to the people around them. They will care about culture as much as outcomes, understand that leadership is about service and be motivated by the success of others rather than personal recognition. If you are looking for a school where you can lead authentically, contribute meaningfully, challenge positively and be part of a team united by purpose, then we would love to hear from you. This is not about finding the most experienced person. It is about finding the right person. Someone who shares our values, believes in our students and is ready to play a defining role in thenext stage of our journey.

Why join Team SCA?

When you join TeamSCA, you become part of a community that celebrates success, supports one another and shares a collective commitment to improving the life chances of young people.

A Team That Cares

• TeamSCA culture where colleagues support, celebrate and develop one another.
• Staff social events throughout the year, including our annual summer BBQ.
• A welcoming environment where people enjoy coming to work and feel valued.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond your role and make a real impact as part of our Community Hub.

Invested in Your Development

• A comprehensive induction programme to help you settle in quickly.
• Access to high-quality professional development through United Learning.
• Coaching, mentoring and bespoke leadership development.
• Clear progression pathways, with colleagues regularly moving into senior and trust-wide leadership roles.

Prioritising Wellbeing

• Free access to our on-site staff gym.
• Dedicated wellbeing initiatives and support.
• Additional healthcare and wellbeing benefits through United Learning.
• A culture that recognises and celebrates success.

Making a Difference

• Be part of a school at the heart of its community.
• Support our thriving Community Hub and local partnerships.
• Work alongside colleagues who are passionate about improving life chances.
• Help deliver academic excellence and extraordinary character for every student.

Recognising Success

• Staff recognition and reward initiatives.
• Opportunities to share best practice across the academy and trust.
• A culture where contribution, commitment and impact are genuinely valued.

Benefits of United Learning

www.unitedlearning.org.uk

• As part of United Learning, you will benefit from being part of one of the country's largest and most successful school trusts, whilst retaining the unique identity and culture of Salford City Academy.
• We pay an average of 5% above national scales - the best rates of pay in the sector.
• We offer starting salaries of £43,680 in Inner London, and £36,400 nationally.
• We offer a health cash plan giving you money towards essential medical treatment.
• Our staff discount scheme saves you money on supermarket shopping, gym memberships, holidays and more.
• All our academies start every term with an additional INSET day set aside for your own planning (in addition to the usual five INSET days - giving you eight in total).
• At least one guaranteed paid personal day each year, to use as you want.
• We offer opportunities for flexible working.
• We provide high quality training and development for every stage in your career.
• All staff benefit from a bespoke development plan to support your progression and aspirations.
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, providing support with issues from legal and financial to family and housing; access to free counselling; and other wellbeing support.

Key Dates

Applications Open 17th September

Recruitment Event 5th October

Applications Close 14th October

Interviews 20th & 21st October

Start Date 4th January 2027

Academic excellence, extraordinary character.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Salford City Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 876 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Salford City Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/salford-city-academy

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