Vice Principal

2 months ago

Belvedere, United Kingdom Trinity School Full time

Are you an inspirational leader looking for your next challenge?

Would you thrive in a Trust with a vision to be creative and compassionate and where high expectations ensure that every person within its community flourishes?

We are looking for an talented and impactful senior leader to support Trinity in the next phase of its development and offer the fantastic opportunity to become the Vice Principal of this thriving and successful Church of England Secondary school. 

 As Vice Principal of Trinity, you will harness all that is great about Trinity but also develop the areas that need further improvement.

Situated in Belvedere on the borders of South East London and Kent, Trinity Church of England School, Belvedere is an oversubscribed, inclusive 11-18 school.

Trinity School is part of Trinitas Academy Trust, an exciting and forward-thinking trust based in South East London. We are made up of five primary schools, a secondary school and a special school. All schools within the trust, hold faith, family and flourish at the heart of what they do.

You will be working with the Principal, Senior Leadership Team, CEO and the other Leaders from within the Trust, ensuring excellence and a high-quality education for all. Furthermore, we have a well-established central team of experts who will support you in all areas of your leadership.


The successful candidate will:

Uphold and promote the Christian ethos of the school and trustProvide strong effective leadershipYou will be inspiring and engaging, with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholdersHave excellent communication skills and the ability to coach, celebrate and promote very high standards of teaching and learningHave the ability to drive continuous improvement in standards and the quality of educationHave a positive, resilient and optimistic approach; be proactive and confidentHave a strong working knowledge of safeguardingUse resources, intellect, creativity and innovation to be successfulHave the ability to be a team player and leader who will go the extra mile to support children and familiesDemonstrate commitment to partnership, collaboration and sharing


This role requires an inspirational and compassionate Vice Principal who is creative with high expectations. Current Vice Principals / Deputy Heads seeking a new opportunity, or experienced Senior Leaders are encouraged apply for this position. We are looking forward to receiving applications in which candidates showcase their particular field of expertise; for example Pedagogy, Personal Development, Safeguarding or other such roles as associated with a high performing and talented Senior Leader.

If you feel that you are this person, we’d love to hear from you.

We strongly encourage you to download the application pack and associated documentation which contains comprehensive details and information about the School, the Trust and the role.

Visits to the school and informal conversations with the Principal are encouraged. If you would like to arrange a visit or a conversation, please contact Cema Pinnock (Admin services Manager / PA to the Principal) at cpinnock@trinity.bexley.sch.uk