Head of Primary (Assistant Principal)

Head of Primary (Assistant Principal)Atlantic Academy – Portland, Dorset Permanent | Full Time | Start September 2026 Salary: Leadership Scale L2-L7 Closing Date: Thursday 21st May 2026, 9:00am Interviews: Friday 22nd May 2026 Inspire Excellence. Shape Childhoods. Lead With Purpose.Atlantic Academy is seeking an exceptional and ambitious leader to become our next Head of Primary (Assistant Principal - a rare opportunity to shape the educational journey of children within a thriving all-through academy on the stunning Jurassic Coast. This is more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to transform lives, build a culture of excellence and ensure every child develops the confidence, curiosity and character to flourish. As a member of our Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the strategic development of the primary phase, driving high standards in teaching, learning, behaviour and personal development while creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Why This Role MattersAtlantic Academy is on an exciting journey of improvement. Over the past year, we have continued to raise expectations across the academy, embedding a culture of consistency, ambition and disruption-free learning. The primary phase is central to our vision for excellence across an all-through educational journey. We are seeking a leader who can build on this momentum — someone who combines warmth, ambition and uncompromising expectations to secure exceptional outcomes for every child. This role offers the opportunity to: Shape the strategic direction of the primary phase Lead and inspire a committed team of staff Drive outstanding teaching and learning Build a culture where children feel safe, valued and inspired Influence whole-academy improvement as part of the Senior Leadership Team For ambitious leaders aspiring to future senior leadership or Principalship, this role offers outstanding scope for professional growth within the supportive and innovative network of the A