College Principal

Leadership Scale: 11 -14 Start Date: September 2026

Aequalis Education Trust is delighted to offer an exciting and highly prestigious opportunity for an exceptional leader to join our outstanding specialist college.
Chadsgrove Specialist College provides bespoke personalised educational packages that are tailored to suit the individual needs of students aged 19-25 with physical disabilities and/or complex medical needs. We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to develop educationally and enjoy a fulfilled life, maximising their personal achievements whilst being challenged to reach their full potential.
Our mission is simple, to create a place where students thrive; enhancing both their physical and emotional health in an environment where they feel safe, happy and confident to learn; fostering life skills, communication and independence to enable them to have an active voice and become more independent in adulthood.
Aequalis Education Trust are seeking a visionary Principal who upholds the highest standards of ethical, inclusive and ambitious education. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, a passion for specialist education and a commitment to fostering excellence across all areas of the College. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our College, drive innovation, and instill lasting impact on our students and community.
We pride ourselves on our strong values, student-centered approach, and dedicated staff who are committed to ensuring every learner reaches their full potential. As Principal, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision of the College, driving innovation in teaching and learning and strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders. The successful candidate will have the privilege of leading a team of talented professionals who are enthusiastic about making a difference to the lives of our students.
This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with Aequalis Education Trust, families, stakeholders, and the wider community, shaping the strategic direction of the College and ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning are delivered whilst promoting an ethos of inclusion, respect and care.
We are looking for an inspiring leader who can clearly demonstrate:

• Commitment to the safeguarding and wellbeing of all students
• Proven senior leadership experience in an educational setting
• A deep understanding of specialist education and student needs
• A track record of improving outcomes and fostering excellence
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to lead and motivate staff in a collaborative environment

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a lasting impact in a College that is passionate about empowering students and transforming lives. In return you'll have the pleasure of leading and working with an outstanding team of hardworking and highly skilled individuals in a supportive and inclusive environment. You'll gain an immense sense of profound, professional and personal fulfillment knowing you've played a significant part in contributing to students living as fulfilling lives as possible. You'll be supported by a dedicated and enthusiastic Board of Directors and have the opportunity to further enrich your professional development and career progression.

For further details please email for an application pack or visit the Aequalis Education Trust website:

Closing date for applications: Monday 16th March 2026 at 12.00 Noon
Interview dates for selected candidates: Day 1: Monday 23rd March 2026 and Day 2: Tuesday 24th March 2026

Completed applications can be submitted to:

We look forward to hearing from individuals whom believe they have the right credentials to be our next outstanding College leader.