Average Assistant Principal salary in the UK

Assistant Principal - Enfield - September 2026 StartAn ambitious and forward-thinking secondary school in Enfield is seeking to appoint an exceptional Assistant Principal to join its senior leadership team from September 2026 on a permanent basis.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced middle or senior leader looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic and inclusive school community. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, and student achievement across the school.The Role:Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the schoolLead on key whole-school priorities such as behaviour, teaching and learning, pastoral care, attendance, or curriculum developmentDrive high standards of academic achievement and student outcomesSupport and develop teaching staff through coaching and professional developmentPromote a positive, inclusive, and aspirational school cultureWork collaboratively with SLT, staff, students, parents, and external stakeholdersThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:UK QTS and substantial secondary teaching experienceProven leadership experience within a secondary school settingA strong track record of improving outcomes and raising standardsExcellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skillsThe ability to inspire staff and students alikeA commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and student wellbeingThe School Offers:A supportive and visionary leadership teamExcellent opportunities for professional development and progressionA collaborative and values-driven school cultureMotivated students and dedicated staffA well-resourced learning environmentConvenient transport links across Enfield and surrounding areasSalary:Leadership Scale - competitive and dependent on experienceLocation:EnfieldIf you are an ambitious and passionate school leader ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your updated CV or call James at Academics.

Job Title: Principal Town PlannerLocation: Bristol Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning consultancy in their search for a Principal Town Planner to join their Bristol team.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Town Planner to join one of the UK's leading consultancies in planning, development economics, and design. Working within a creative, dynamic, and collaborative environment, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of challenging and prestigious projects for major developers and housebuilders across England and Wales.The role will be split between the Bristol and Cardiff offices, therefore candidates should be comfortable working across both locations as part of the wider regional planning team.THE ROLEAs part of the Bristol and Cardiff Planning team, you will contribute to and lead the delivery of significant projects involving strategic planning, development management, and planning project coordination for a range of private and public sector clients.This is an excellent opportunity for a Principal Town Planner looking to play a key role in the continued growth and development of an established regional team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES* Leading and managing strategic planning and development management projects* Coordinating project delivery across a range of private and public sector schemes* Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact* Preparing and reviewing high-quality planning reports and supporting documentation* Liaising with Local Planning Authorities and key stakeholders* Supporting and mentoring junior team members* Contributing to business development and networking activities* Working collaboratively across both the Bristol and Cardiff officesWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR* RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline* MRTPI qualified* Minimum of 6 years' planning experience* Strong experience within both forward planning and development management* Excellent knowledge of planning legislation and policy* Strong analytical, written, and communication skills* Confidence managing projects and working directly with clients* Experience working within the South West and Wales region desirable* Commercial awareness and a proactive approachWHAT'S ON OFFER* Competitive salary and benefits package* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service* Private medical insurance* Pension scheme and life assurance* Employee assistance programme* Retail and lifestyle discounts* Cycle to work scheme and eye care vouchers* Opportunity to work on prestigious and varied planning projects* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment* Clear progression opportunities and ongoing professional developmentInterested? Contact Joel Bland on or email at

Assistant PrincipalLocation: Enfield, Greater LondonContract: Permanent | Full TimeSalary: L14-L18 + Outer London weightingStart Date: As soon as possibleReed Education is working in partnership with an outstanding all-through academy in Enfield (ages 2-19) to appoint a talented and values-driven Assistant Principal to join the Academy Leadership Team.This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, inclusive academy where high expectations, strong values, and a deep commitment to ensuring no child is left behind are at the heart of everything they do.The RoleAs Assistant Principal, you will play a key role in shaping whole-academy improvement and securing excellent outcomes for students across all phases. The role is not phase-specific, and applications are welcome from primary or secondary trained leaders, though there is likely to be a secondary focus.You will contribute strategically to teaching, learning, curriculum development, and leadership capacity, working closely with the principal and senior leadership team to drive continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesSet ambitious expectations and challenging targets that contribute significantly to academy improvementUse assessment and performance data to evaluate progress, identify underperformance, and implement targeted interventionsRaise the quality of teaching and learning through monitoring, coaching, mentoring, and evidence-informed practiceLead and manage change effectively, contributing to self-evaluation, improvement planning, and whole-school developmentLine-manage and develop staff, promoting collaboration, professionalism, and high-quality professional developmentPromote high standards of behaviour, personal development, and student wellbeingBuild strong and positive partnerships with families and the wider communityThe Ideal Candidate Will HaveA strong and successful teaching track recordQualified Teacher Status (QTS) - EssentialLeadership experience within a school or academy, with clear evidence of impact on raising standardsExcellent knowledge of the National Curriculum and confident use of assessment to drive improvementThe ability to inspire, challenge, and support both staff and studentsStrong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skillsA reflective, resilient leadership style with a clear commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practiceWhy Apply?Join a values-driven academy with a strong culture of inclusion and aspirationClear career progression opportunities within a large and established trustAccess to accredited and bespoke leadership development programmes, including the full NPQ suiteTrust-wide curriculum resources designed to support high-quality teaching and reduce workloadOpportunities to collaborate and share best practice across a wider network of schoolsIf you’re passionate about supporting children and young people and have the relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply above!Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.