Assistant Principal (Sponsorship Available) At Lift Firth Park

Employer: Lift Firth Park
Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Salary: £66,368 – £78,702 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 4 May 2026 at 2:46pm

About the Role

At Lift Firth Park, mathematics is seen as a powerful driver of opportunity, confidence, and future success. The school is seeking an exceptional Assistant Principal (Mathematics) to join the Senior Leadership Team and lead an ambitious whole-school vision that strengthens mathematical fluency, raises achievement, and embeds excellence in every classroom.

This is a career-defining opportunity for an inspirational leader who is passionate about mathematics, driven by impact, and committed to ensuring an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.

Why This Role Matters

As Assistant Principal, responsibility includes shaping the strategic direction of the school and leading key whole-school priorities while developing mathematics across all year groups and subjects.

The role focuses on building a culture where mathematical thinking is visible, valued, and consistently applied. Through strong leadership, high-quality pedagogy is embedded across departments, supporting staff to deliver engaging, rigorous, and inclusive maths teaching.

A core priority is raising standards in teaching, learning, and behaviour while fostering a positive and supportive environment for both students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Drive Whole-School Mathematics Excellence

• Lead the strategic vision for mathematics across the school
• Promote mathematical fluency and confidence for all learners
• Embed evidence-informed teaching approaches across departments
• Use data to identify gaps, inform interventions, and raise outcomes
• Ensure consistency and high expectations in maths teaching across all key stages

Provide Exceptional Leadership

• Contribute to whole-school strategy and improvement as part of the Senior Leadership Team
• Lead on strategic priorities that support academic excellence and student wellbeing
• Line manage teaching and support staff, providing coaching and professional development
• Uphold high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour
• Model and embed the values and ethos of Lift Firth Park

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Degree in Mathematics (or related subject), PGCE and Qualified Teacher Status
• Recent experience as a teacher or leader in a UK-based school
• Strong track record of excellent classroom practice and improving student outcomes in maths
• Strong understanding of evidence-informed maths pedagogy and curriculum design
• Proven experience improving outcomes in a school setting
• Ability to inspire, develop, and influence colleagues

Desirable

• Experience leading whole-school or cross-curricular initiatives
• Experience working in challenging contexts or driving rapid improvement

The successful candidate will be values-driven, intellectually curious, and committed to excellence, with a belief in the transformative power of education.

About Lift Firth Park

Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16 in Shiregreen, Sheffield, serving around 1,200 pupils. The school reflects a diverse community, with more than a third of students speaking English as an additional language.

The school is undergoing a period of transformational change, with visible improvements across classrooms, curriculum, and culture. This is considered an exciting time to join a team committed to inclusive and aspirational education.

Lift Firth Park continues to build a strong team spirit, high expectations, and an inclusive ethos with a focus on improving examination results while ensuring students feel safe, happy, and supported.

About Lift Schools

Lift Schools is a diverse and inclusive network of 58 schools with a mission to provide an excellent education to every child in every classroom, every day. The organisation supports staff with strong leadership and development opportunities across its network.

What Lift Schools Offers

• Career development and training through statutory and CPD programmes
• Instructional Excellence Programme in partnership with One World
• Ambition Institute Early Career and NPQ programmes
• Generous pension scheme, healthcare and financial support
• Lifestyle perks including gym discounts, travel deals, and EV incentives

Working Arrangements

Flexible working, job share, and part-time arrangements may be considered.

Safeguarding and Requirements

Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS check
• References
• Online checks for shortlisted candidates
• Prohibition from teaching check (where applicable)

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.

Additional Information

Lift Schools is a Disability Confident Employer, offering a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet minimum criteria.

Applications may close early if response is high.

How to Apply

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