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Assistant Principal (College) - High Need, SEND and ALS Uxbridge £73,796 - £85,519 Full time and Permanent September start We are a highly successful and ambitious FE College Group. We are one of the largest further education colleges in England and are proud to be one of London's best performing colleges. As part of an exciting period of growth and development, we are significantly expanding our High Needs and SEND provision across the Group. This includes the continued development of specialist pathways, enhanced support services and innovative provision designed to meet the increasing demand for high-quality inclusive education. This newly created leadership role offers a unique opportunity to lead that transformation and shape the future direction of SEND and High Needs provision across one of the largest college groups in the country. Reporting to the Group Executive Principal, as Assistant Principal - High Needs, SEND & ALS, you will provide executive leadership, strategic direction and full accountability for the design, growth, quality and sustainability of all SEND, High Needs and Additional Learning Support provision across the group. You will define and lead a unified Group-wide SEND and ALS strategy, integrating curriculum, support services, funding and partnerships to deliver outstanding learner progression and destinations, sector-leading inclusive practice, full statutory compliance and inspection readiness. This is a role at system leadership level, in which you would shape the Group's response to rapidly increasing High Need demand, influencing Local Authority commissioning and positioning us as a regional leader in SEND and inclusive education. We are seeking a candidate who can demonstrate: • Qualified to degree level with a full teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector • Significant senior leadership experience in SEND, ALS and inclusive education within FE, with whole-organisational accountability • Sound judgement and experience of making high-stakes decisions in complex environments • Proven experience of leading large-scale, multi-site provision, including leading organisational change, strategic transformation or service redesign at scale as well as operational delivery • Experience of success in increasing High Needs Funding and of Local Authority negotiation • Experience of holding responsibility for safeguarding, health and safety and risk management within complex provision • Successful experience of being a High Needs Ofsted Lead Qualifications • Qualified to degree level • Full (minimum Level 5) teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (PGCE in Further Education or Secondary/DET or equivalent) • Relevant leadership qualification • Evidence of continues professional development in senior leadership, system leadership, or organisational transformation Experience and Knowledge: • Significant senior leadership experience in SEND, ALS and inclusive education within FE, with whole-organisational accountability, with ability to demonstrate sound judgement and experience of making high-stakes decisions in complex environments • Proven experience of leading large-scale, multi-site provision, including leading organisational change, strategic transformation or service redesign at scale, as well as operational delivery • Demonstrable success in increasing High Needs Funding and of Local Authority negotiation • Experience of leading curriculum and support services at a strategic level • Track record of driving quality improvement and inspection success • Ability to build strong partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders • Experience of managing complex budgets and financial accountability • Experience of holding responsibility for safeguarding, health & safety and risk management within complex provision • Experience of being a High Needs Ofsted Lead with successful outcomes • Experience of presenting to senior stakeholders, including Executive teams or Boards • Expert knowledge of: • SEND Code of Practice o High Needs and ALS funding systems o FE curriculum and inclusive pedagogy o Strong understanding of Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and quality assurance systems Skills and abilities: • Strong strategic thinking and system design capability • Ability to interpret complex data and drive performance, accountability and strategic intervention • High-level negotiation and influencing skills • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills • Ability to manage and mitigate organisational and reputational risk • Visionary and strategic leader • High levels of integrity and accountability • Resilient and able to lead in complex, high-pressure environments • Strong commitment to inclusion and learner success We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. Please see our website page headed 'About' and scroll to the bottom to see our 'Privacy Notice' for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you.

Assistant Principal - Apprenticeships, Training and Business Development Inspiring Ambitious Futures Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Assistant Principal to lead its Apprenticeships, Commercial Training and Business Development portfolio. This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape skills provision across Wales and directly influence the region's economic future. As Assistant Principal, you will provide strategic leadership for a high-performing, employer-led provision with a strong focus on the growth and enhancement of Apprenticeships and workforce training aligned to national and regional skills priorities. You will lead the development of innovative commercial opportunities, secure sustainable income growth and strengthen strategic employer partnerships across key sectors. You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the College's apprenticeship strategy, overseeing competitive bid development, apprenticeship contracts and government-funded opportunities, while ensuring outstanding quality, compliance, financial performance and teaching and learning standards. Working closely with employers and regional stakeholders, you will align apprenticeship and skills provision to major economic developments, including the Celtic Freeport and the Swansea Bay City Deal, positioning the College as a leading partner for apprenticeships, workforce development and skills innovation across the region. You will bring significant senior leadership experience in further education or commercial training, alongside strong commercial acumen, stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation by emailing to discuss the role before the closing date. Closing date: 9am Monday 22 June 2026 Interviews: Tuesday 30 June 2026

Our client is committed to delivering an excellent, inclusive and safe experience for all learners. With a clear 'learner first' culture, their strategic direction focuses on continuous improvement, inclusion throughout the student journey and positive outcomes for every student. They are proud of their open, collaborative culture, where visible and approachable leaders inspire trust and teamwork. Our client is seeking an Assistant Principal Apprenticeships, Skills & Adult Learning to lead, develop, co-ordinate and monitor the quality of employer engagement provision. The role will focus on positioning our client as the preferred apprenticeship and commercial training provider, working closely with local and strategic partners to meet skills needs, drive high-quality apprenticeships and adult learning programmes and ensure strong compliance with funding rules. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant, by emailing , to discuss the role. Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 24 June 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 1 July 2026

Is our Assistant Principal - Inclusion/SENDCo opportunity at Oasis Academy Blakenhale , the role for you? You'll be continuing your career with us at Oasis, where we are looking to build stronger communities and provide exceptional education for our pupils that enhances their lives. Looking to make a real difference to our students, then this could be the role for you. You'll be integral to the running of our academy. No child is the same and we need someone who recognises this and ensures we're supporting our SEND pupils to address any barriers to learning they may have. Ultimately you'll be someone who wants to make a difference and champion inclusivity. About our Assistant Principal - Inclusion/SENCO Role Firstly you'll be a classroom practitioner. You'll care and consistently be intrigued by pedagogy. We want someone who can support with teaching and learning and be able to coach and inspire how we meet the needs of our SEND pupils. We'll provide that time to understand the role and make / implement the changes you feel are necessary but we want that person who has passion to be in the classroom (as first and foremost we're teachers) and that desire to drive inclusivity and support our community. -Inclusion at Blakenhale is broader than SEND. You'll champion all vulnerable learners, ensuring that any child facing any form of disadvantage is supported to thrive and that our systems and classroom practice remove barriers for every learner. You'll work in a very diverse academy, we have numerous languages spoken and there's work to support with speech and language alongside varying cognition and learning needs. There's opportunities to develop EHCP's that really support our students and best help them, alongside really looking and shaping our policies and procedures. About Oasis Blakenhale As we shape a new enrichment led identity for the Academy, you will play a key role in developing our Pupil Pledge and ensuring every child benefits from a rich, joyful and ambitious curriculum beyond the classroom. What will you get in return? Pay Scale: LPS 4-8 Wider Oasis Community Learning benefits portal including health & dental cover & discounts at leading companies Teachers pension scheme Great support systems in place for your development About Oasis Community Learning The overall vision for every part of Oasis is for community. A place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their potential. Delivering first-class, innovative education is part of the work we do as we seek to grow an Oasis Hub in every area where we work; creating safe and inspiring local neighbourhoods that provide integrated and diverse services to benefit the whole person and whole community. Next Steps We are looking to get the right candidate in role ASAP but the right person is the most important thing and timelines will reflect this. The vacancy will be open till Monday 29th June and we will be interviewing week commencing 6th July. We would really encourage and like candidates to visit prior to this. Please reach out to Blakenhale with your name, position and contact details to arrange this. Safeguarding Statement: Blakenhale Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing full administrative and organizational support to the Middle School Assistant Principal and Middle School Director of Student Life, and general support to middle school employees. As Attendance Officer, the role holder will also log student attendance across middle school, keeping up-to-date records of absences and monitoring/reporting trends in attendance and student behavior. This is a term-time only role. Summary of duties Schedule appointments and produce itineraries and reports for the supervisors to optimize use of their time Monitor and maintain records of student attendance on a daily basis; prepare monthly attendance report and report trends and/or concerns to the relevant administrator Oversee the administrative aspects of greeting, coordinating and paying substitutes to assist in ensuring that appropriate teaching cover is available when required Overseeing certain student-travel opportunities in the middle school, which includes processing field trip requests, trip packs, organizing risk assessments, and collecting medical consent forms Maintain an accurate and up-to-date archive of student files to ensure that the appropriate information is available whenever it is required; prepare packages of student transcripts and reports for applications to other schools Collect, collate and distribute report card data to merge this with attendance and other data and provide a full progress record for each student; compile and maintain daily records of attendance and timeliness of students in order to provide accurate information to faculty and parents, and to enable the monitoring and reporting of trends in behavior Liaise with other school departments to ensure that all non-academic support for students is coordinated to run smoothly Where required, supervise/monitor students during recess, lunch or after school hours to ensure their safety and wellbeing Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and/or leadership of co-curricular activities Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the supervisors Selection criteria Essential qualifications/experience: Recent and extensive experience in a general administrative or managerial role Proficiency with a number of computer applications (Google suite, MS Office, etc.), including high level of competence with spreadsheets, strong proofreading, spelling and editing skills Tact, diplomacy and a friendly manner with the ability to interact with a diverse student, parent, faculty and staff body with ease Demonstrably strong organizational abilities, along with excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children Desirable qualifications/experience: Experience in an administrative role in a school Experience working in a school or other educational setting Proficiency with G Suite Experience with Axiom/Veracross or other school data entry systems This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary. The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken. All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. Diversity and equality of opportunity are cornerstone values of The American School in London. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here .

Safran Principal Systems Engineer Gloucester UK Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary and annual bonus 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) Flexible working options Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Plus a wide range of flexible benefits of your choice! Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Assistant Principal Systems Engineer at our Gloucester site. Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; OEM Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO). At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation. Your Role As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will ensure the successful development of aircraft landing gear systems-including structures, extension/retraction, hydraulics, and electrical harnesses-fully aligned with customer needs, regulatory requirements, and the Safran system development process. You will lead system development planning, requirements capture and analysis, validation and verification activities, and supplier management for equipment such as actuators, hydraulic hoses, and electrical harnessing. You will also provide leadership to junior and senior engineers within the team. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the definition of systems development plans aligned with Safran processes and ARP4754, in collaboration with the Systems Architecture Integration team. Ensuring adherence to systems development plans throughout the lifecycle. Managing requirements definition at system, sub system, and equipment levels-including customer, regulatory, and internal needs. Leading requirements validation from planning to documentation of validation evidence. Managing product verification, including planning, coordination of verification means, and documentation of verification evidence. Setting up and maintaining requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS Classic and DOORS NG. Producing systems engineering documentation including requirements, descriptions, validation/verification matrices, and DDP dossiers. Writing specifications for landing gear equipment (hydraulic actuators, hoses, electrical harnesses). Acting as a technical liaison with equipment suppliers. Providing technical leadership across the systems engineering team. What You'll Bring Essential Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles, with experience in requirements management, validation, and verification Knowledge of complex aerospace systems Ability to lead and influence stakeholders, supported by strong communication and collaborative leadership skills Desirable Experience in mechanical engineering and hydraulics (actuators & hoses) Experience in electrical engineering Knowledge of airworthiness and certification requirements Familiarity with ARP4754 and ARP4761 Experience using IBM DOORS (Classic or NG) Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Ability to review engineering documents such as reports, analyses, specifications, and requirements documentation Previous engineering signatory experience

WORKING WITH US A School That Inspires Excellence We are an 11-18 academy with a thriving Sixth Form, set in a modern, welcoming building designed to ignite curiosity and ambition. In February 2024, Ofsted rated us 'Outstanding' in every category, stating: "Pupils benefit hugely from attending this remarkable school. Staff and leaders' sky-high expectations are immediately evident in pupils' scholarly demeanour. The school and trust have created a centre of true excellence. Pupils experience an extraordinary education at Harris Academy Ockendon." But what truly defines us is our culture. We help our students and staff dream bigger than they ever thought possible and support them in turning those dreams into reality. At HAOC, three values shape everything we do: Work Hard. Be Kind. Take Responsibility. These are not just words; they are the foundation of a school where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to be their best. A Leadership Team That Believes in You Our Principal, Ms Jo Rainey, is a leader who believes in transformation. Originally from Belfast, Jo took over at Ockendon in 2018, turning it from one of the lowest-performing schools in the country to one of the very best. With a strong sense of integrity, deep passion for student success, and unwavering commitment to staff and students, Jo has built a school that people want to be part of. Our Acting Assistant Director, George McMillan, knows that no school is beyond success and no child is beyond achievement. Originally from Glasgow, he has led several schools within the Harris Federation to excellence and Harris Academy Greenwich to world class status twice over, proving that high expectations, great teaching, and an ambitious culture can change lives. Together at HAOC, Jo and George have created more than just a school, they've built a thriving community where students flourish and staff grow, finding purpose, progression, and fulfilment in their careers. This is a true centre of excellence, where every student is empowered to reach their full potential and every educator is supported to lead, innovate, and inspire. Why Join Us? A high-achieving, inspiring 11-18 academy with a Sixth Form full of ambitious young people. A stunning, modern school building that provides an exceptional learning and working environment. An unbeatable location, just outside the M25, attracting staff from across Essex and London. Many of our team travel from Kent, Surrey, Southeast, and Central London because they love the school so much! A supportive, well-balanced working culture, where your professional growth matters, but so does your well-being. The backing of the Harris Federation, one of the most successful school groups in the country, while maintaining a unique and vibrant school identity. The Harris Federation serves some of the most challenged areas in London and Essex, proving that education can change lives. While we share a collective mission, each Harris school has its own culture, its own identity, and its own way of making a difference. Perhaps Harris Academy Ockendon is the school you've been looking for. If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, we'd love to hear from you. Visits and Pre-Application Meetings We warmly welcome prospective applicants to arrange a tour of the academy and a pre-application meeting with the Principal. These are available upon request between 22nd September 2025 and 1st October 2025. To arrange a visit, please contact Julie Leedham, HR Officer, via email at or by calling . We are looking for a Vice Principal to join us at Harris Academy Ockendon - A School That Transforms Lives! At Harris Academy Ockendon, we are passionate about three things: Creating a remarkable school for the community we serve - a place where students are inspired, challenged, and supported to grow into well-rounded, ambitious, and successful young people, ready to put a ding in the universe. Your path to professional excellence - we believe in nurturing talent, growing together, and empowering futures. Just as we are dedicated to our students, we are equally committed to ensuring our staff thrive and have the support and opportunities they need to succeed. Work-life balance matters - being an exceptional school should not come at the cost of well-being. HAOC is a life-friendly school where teaching and leading with balance is a priority. At HAOC work fits your life. Being great at number 1 and number 2 should not mean we can't do number 3!" MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY We are happy to negotiate individual responsibilities with you, but these could involve: Overseeing the strategic management of data, assessment and target setting (including reporting achievement data to governors and external bodies as required), working with the Principal to set challenging and aspirational whole academy targets. Leading on teaching, learning and assessment across the academy, providing the necessary Professional Learning opportunities to ensure the highest of standards are maintained in the classroom and in student outcomes. Leading on effective behaviour and inclusion, ensuring that the needs of all students are met within and beyond the classroom. As a member of the Academy Leadership Group, you will need to meet these general expectations: To collaborate to build and realise the shared vision of excellence and high standards To play a major role in determining strategy To contribute actively towards the formulation and implementation of all academy policies and procedures To agree challenging subject targets, and ensure rigorous monitoring, evaluation and review of progress towards these To ensure high quality teaching and learning in line managed faculties To manage delegated budgets effectively To attend academy leadership meetings To engage in the process of appointing new staff To participate in duties lunch/break/before and after school To contribute to assemblies To share in the management of student disciplinary incidents To actively participate in the monitoring, evaluation and review of teaching and learning in line managed faculties WHAT WE ARE LOKKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: QTS and a good undergraduate degree (or equivalent) Minimum of three years' experience at senior leadership level, at least once as a deputy/ Vice Principal Experience of delivering high quality INSET to teaching staff Proven success in raising achievement as a subject leader across at least two key stages Evidence of leading, supporting and managing others, both individuals and teams, ensuring high quality performance Successful experience of processes of monitoring, evaluation and review Good level of ICT skills and experience of how new technologies can be used to raise achievement Recent experience of involvement in innovative curriculum development Experience of presenting to a wide audience Ideas of how Language, Literacy and Numeracy can be used across the curriculum to raise standards Experience of embedding innovative strategies for improving teaching and learning in a whole school situation Experience of managing and implementing change successfully at whole school level Experience of using coaching as a model for ensuring on going professional development particularly with subject leaders WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Senior Leader Development With Harris, you will join a large network of likeminded senior leaders and have opportunities to learn from colleagues who are some of the best senior leaders in the country. Our senior leaders can benefit from tailored professional development programmes via the Harris Institute of Teaching and Leadership which will enable you to develop your pedagogy, leadership skills and drive school improvement. Supported by experienced mentors, you can access national professional qualifications and draw on expert knowledge from dedicated subject consultants who offer invaluable subject and curriculum insight. Flexible Working We are committed to fostering a positive and supportive working environment for our staff, recognising that achieving a balance between professional and personal responsibilities is essential. We understand that each individual's circumstances are unique, which is why we offer flexible working options that can be adapted to meet the needs of both the academy and our employees. Benefits In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Teachers Pension Scheme, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. . click apply for full job details