Principal - Newman School

About Venn Venn is an academy trust working across Yorkshire and the Humber, bringing together mainstream, specialist and alternative provision. Our vision is Creating Nurturing Inclusive Learning Communities. We believe in the individuality of our schools while creating opportunities for colleagues to collaborate, develop and learn from one another across Venn. The opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Principal to lead Newman School and its community into its next chapter. As Principal, you will provide strategic leadership for Newman School, working with colleagues across the school and Venn to build on existing strengths and continue developing the quality of education and opportunities available to pupils. You will lead and inspire colleagues, promote a strong culture of safeguarding and inclusion, and ensure that pupils remain at the heart of decision-making. About you We are looking for an experienced and values-led school leader who can:

• provide clear, ambitious and inclusive leadership;
• inspire, develop and support colleagues;
• lead high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum development;
• maintain a strong culture of safeguarding;
• understand the needs of children and young people with SEND;
• build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and partners; and
• work collaboratively with colleagues across Venn while championing the individual identity and community of Newman School. This is an opportunity to lead a distinctive specialist school while benefiting from the collaboration, expertise and support available across Venn.
• For full details of the role, essential criteria, application process and closing date, please refer to the accompanying recruitment information.