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Employer: Lift Firth Park
Job Title: Assistant Principal
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £66,368 – £78,702 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 29 April 2026 at 10:43am
About Lift Firth Park
Lift Firth Park is a vibrant, mixed secondary school for students aged 11–16, located in Shiregreen, Sheffield. The school serves around 1,200 pupils and reflects a diverse community, with over a third of students speaking English as an additional language.
The school is currently undergoing a period of transformational change, with visible improvements across classrooms, curriculum, and school culture. This is a key moment to join a team committed to inclusive and ambitious education.
Lift Firth Park is built on strong team spirit, high expectations, and a belief that every student deserves the chance to succeed, feel safe, and be supported to achieve their full potential.
About Lift Schools
Lift Schools is a diverse and inclusive network of 58 schools with a mission to provide an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day.
The organisation supports staff development, leadership growth, and inclusive practice across its schools.
What Lift Schools offers:
- Career development and training opportunities
- Access to CPD programmes including Ambition Institute support and NPQs
- Generous pension, healthcare, and financial support benefits
- Lifestyle perks including gym discounts, travel deals, and EV incentives
- Disability Confident Employer status with guaranteed interviews for eligible candidates
Job Summary
Lift Firth Park is seeking an exceptional Assistant Principal (Mathematics) to join the Senior Leadership Team.
This is a transformational leadership role focused on:
- Raising achievement in mathematics
- Embedding excellence across teaching and learning
- Strengthening mathematical fluency across the school
- Driving whole-school improvement priorities
The role is ideal for a passionate and ambitious leader committed to improving outcomes for all students.
Why This Role Matters
The Assistant Principal will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the school.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading the development of mathematics across all year groups
- Embedding high-quality teaching practices across departments
- Raising standards in teaching, learning, and behaviour
- Creating a culture where mathematical thinking is consistently valued
- Supporting staff through coaching and professional development
Key Responsibilities
Whole-School Mathematics Leadership
- Lead the strategic vision for mathematics
- Promote mathematical confidence and fluency for all learners
- Embed evidence-informed teaching approaches across departments
- Use data to identify gaps and improve outcomes
- Ensure consistency and high expectations in maths teaching
Senior Leadership Contribution
- Contribute to whole-school strategy and improvement planning
- Lead on key strategic priorities
- Line manage staff and support professional development
- Uphold high standards of teaching, learning, and behaviour
- Model the values and ethos of Lift Firth Park
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Degree in Mathematics (or related subject), PGCE, and Qualified Teacher Status
- Experience teaching or leading in a UK school
- Strong record of improving student outcomes in mathematics
- Strong understanding of evidence-informed maths pedagogy
- Experience in improving outcomes in a school setting
- Ability to inspire and influence staff at all levels
Desirable
- Experience leading whole-school or cross-curricular initiatives
- Experience working in challenging contexts or driving rapid improvement
Additional Information
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Must be eligible to work in the UK
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available
- Online checks will be carried out for shortlisted candidates
- References and safeguarding checks required before appointment
Safeguarding Statement
Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
Recruitment follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks and enhanced DBS verification.
Equality and Inclusion
Lift Schools promotes equality of opportunity and welcomes flexible working, job share, and part-time arrangements where possible.
How to Apply
If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.
