Vice Principal – Teaching & Learning | Permanent | September Start | Fulham
A high-performing, purpose-built secondary setting in Fulham is seeking an outstanding Vice Principal (Teaching & Learning) to join its senior leadership team on a permanent basis from September.
This is a pivotal leadership role, suited to an exceptional practitioner with a proven track record of driving teaching and learning, raising standards, and securing strong outcomes for students—particularly within a specialist setting supporting learners with SEN/SEMH needs. The successful candidate will combine strategic vision with uncompromising attention to classroom practice.
The Role- Leading whole-school strategy for Teaching & Learning, ensuring consistently high standards across all subjects
- Driving improvements in pedagogy, curriculum design, and assessment
- Coaching and developing staff at all levels, embedding a culture of high expectations and continuous professional growth
- Monitoring the quality of teaching through observations, feedback, and data analysis, ensuring rapid and sustained improvement
- Working closely with pastoral and inclusion teams to ensure teaching approaches meet the needs of all learners
- Contributing to wider school leadership, including behaviour, attendance, and safeguarding priorities
The Ideal Candidate- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with substantial senior leadership experience
- Has a strong, evidenced track record of improving teaching quality and student outcomes
- Brings deep understanding of effective practice within SEN/SEMH settings
- Is an exceptional instructional leader with credibility in the classroom
- Demonstrates strategic clarity alongside strong operational delivery
- Has the presence, resilience, and emotional intelligence to lead in a complex, high-impact environment
- Is committed to both academic excellence and holistic student development
The Setting- A modern, purpose-built environment with high ceilings and abundant natural light
- Located in a quiet, leafy part of Fulham
- Supporting a diverse cohort of secondary-aged students with SEN/SEMH needs
- A collaborative and values-driven staff team with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and high expectations
Why Apply Through Horizon Teachers?- Exclusive partnership with the school
- Among the most competitive leadership salary packages in the sector
- Access to highly experienced and knowledgeable education consultants
- Bespoke support throughout the recruitment process
- Excellent reputation, with an average Google rating of 4.9?
This is a rare opportunity for a serious, high-calibre leader to shape and elevate teaching and learning within a specialist setting, making a lasting impact on both staff practice and student outcomes.
Apply now to be considered for this September appointment.Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
