Assistant Principal (Teaching & Learning)

Assistant Principal (Teaching & Learning)

Great Heath Academy
Academy Transformation Trust (ATT)
Mildenhall, Suffolk

Salary Scale: Leadership Pay Scale 4 - 8

Actual Salary: £55,747 - £61,534 per annum

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: January 2027 (or sooner if available).

Closing Date: Friday 3rd July 2026 at 9am

Interview Date: Wednesday 8th July 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional and ambitious Assistant Principal (Teaching & Learning) to join Great Heath Academy at an exciting point in our journey.

Fulfil classroom teaching up to 0.4 FTE.

This is a pivotal leadership role where you will:

• Drive excellence in teaching, learning and curriculum implementation
• Lead and develop high-quality practice across the school
• Support colleagues to improve and sustain strong classroom practice
• Contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic leadership
• Champion inclusive practice, ensuring every child achieves success

You will work closely with the Principal and senior leaders to shape the next phase of the academy’s development as we strive towards outstanding outcomes.

About Great Heath Academy

Great Heath is a vibrant, three-form entry primary academy with a nursery, serving over 429 pupils. [Great Heat...June 2026 | Word]

We are proud to offer:

• A calm, purposeful environment where pupils feel safe and ready to learn
• A strong culture built on positive relationships and belonging
• An ambitious and engaging curriculum
• Inclusive practice where all pupils, including disadvantaged learners, are well supported

Our core values—Growth, Resilience, Enthusiasm, Adaptability and Tolerance (GREAT)—underpin both learning and behaviour across the academy. [Great Heat...June 2026 | Word]

Why Join Academy Transformation Trust?

At Academy Transformation Trust, we are united by a clear moral purpose:
to transform lives through education.

Through our strategy, ATT2030, we are committed to ensuring every pupil and colleague becomes:

• Capable
• Competent
• Confident

As a leader within ATT, you will benefit from:

• A high trust, high accountability culture
• Access to sector-leading professional development and leadership networks
• Expert central support as an enabling partner
• Opportunities to collaborate across a national Trust

You will be empowered to focus on what matters most: delivering excellent education for every child. [Great Heat...June 2026 | Word]

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with strong pedagogical knowledge
• Has experience of improving teaching and learning across a school
• Is committed to high expectations and inclusive practice
• Builds strong relationships and develops others
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and ambition

What We Offer

• A supportive, collaborative and values-led culture
• Strong opportunities for career progression within ATT
• High-quality leadership development
• A focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children’s lives

How to Apply

Please complete the application form via MyNewTerm.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the academy or contact us for an informal discussion about the role.

Safeguarding

Academy Transformation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.