Vice Principal - Quality Assurance & School Improvement

Vice Principal - Quality Assurance & School Improvement

School Mission Statement:

RES is a caring school, committed to excellence in all areas of its service to the local community and desires to educate its pupils to be global citizens.

In connection with all staff, the Vice Principal will play a vital role in supporting our students to become: Successful Learners, Confident Individuals and Responsible Citizens.

Responsibilities

The Vice Principal will play a pivotal role in the shaping and delivery of the strategic vison of the school, through developing the highest standards in quality assurance and in school improvement.

Core Purpose - Quality Assurance

• Maximise pupil development, progress and attainment
• Using Principal's delegated authority to make decisions on teacher progression, conduct, performance, behaviour, discipline and prevention of complaints
• Lead on school performance informed by quality assurance, best practice treated in line with Rainey Endowed School's strategic intentions
• Assist with and produce School Development and Action Plans and in relation to his/her specific areas, and timely monitoring, evaluation and review.
• Oversee ETI framework and other regulator/statutory compliance e.g. curriculum audit, DE returns, Entitlement Framework, SIMS / Bromcom lead / EdIS lead
• Use of qualitive and quantitative tracking of data and lesson observations to identify approaches to school improvement

Line Management

• Deputise for the Principal, making key decisions which reflect the school's ethos and values
• Oversee the school's Digital skills strategy
• Line manage Staff Development and Teaching and Learning Co-ordinator
• Line manage Examination and Data Teams
• Line manage Heads of Departments providing mentorship and career development support

School Culture and Behaviour

• Foster a culture of inclusiveness and enrichment for all students
• Promote high standards of behaviour through consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement and by being a visible presence in the school
• Oversight of day to day running of Heads of Departments 7

Teaching and Learning (School Improvement)

• Drive outcomes and improvements in Teaching and Learning across the school
• Provide strategic leadership in curriculum development to ensure programmes are achievable, inclusive, and financially sustainable
• Working as part of a team, ensure effective use of homework, assessment and technology to support pupil progression
• As part of a team, ensure the quality and assurance of Teaching and Learning through effective monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement • Regular review of curriculum with recommendations for improvement to benefit the educational experience of pupils
• As part of a team, provide leadership for staff development and teaching and learning, contribute to INSET programme, staff meetings and Staff Development Days, overseeing the PRSD process and the organisation of INSET days

Working with Others

• Build strong respectful relationships around the school community
• Promote a culture of professionalism and collaboration through the staff • Communicate effectively with parents, including the effective handling of concerns and complaints
• Engage constructively with Boad of Governors and external partners
• Represent the school in other educational networks
• Monitor staff workload and prepare annual directed time budgets; advise Principal on this issue when appropriate
• Working with the Teaching and Learning and Staff Development Co-ordinator assume responsibility for all shared teaching resources

School Operations and Improvement

• Support the Principal and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in maintaining a calm, purposeful, and effective learning environment
• Manage delegated budgets with accuracy, transparency, and integrity to ensure excellent value for money with the Bursar
• Identify and address barriers to school effectiveness and continuous improvement
• Provide oversight of school policies to ensure full compliance with ETI (Education and Training Inspectorate) requirements
• Support inspection readiness and ensure consistent compliance with all school policies • Lead on entrance examination arrangements for pupils transferring from primary school • Take responsibility for setting term dates in line with EA/DE requirements and neighbouring schools • Manage and resolve parental complaints relating to academic matters in a fair and professional manner
• Attend sub-committees of the Board of Governors (there are five cycles of business annually) and deputise for the Principal in his absence at Full Board meetings

Professional Development

• Pursue ongoing professional development to remain at the forefront of educational leadership
• Engage in a tailored CPD programme designed to prepare for future Principalship
• Participate fully in the appraisal process and contribute to the professional growth and development of others

General Duties

• Uphold all school policies
• Maintain a caring, respectful, and professional demeanour in all interactions
• Support the values, vision, and ethos of the school
• Collaborate effectively with other professionals and participate in relevant meetings and training as required • Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested to support the smooth operation of the school

Specific Areas of Responsibility

• Oversee curriculum, teaching and learning, including the options process and timetabling, to ensure a broad, balanced, and high-quality learning experience
• Line management (specific departments and areas to be agreed)
• Ensure the quality, clarity, and usefulness of academic reports so that they meet the needs of parents and pupils while remaining manageable for teaching staff
• Take responsibility for SEAG Transfer arrangements, supporting the smooth transition of primary pupils to Rainey Endowed School
• Maintain clear lines of communication within the academic structure and ensure effective management of the school's database systems
• Chair staff disciplinary panels when required and advise line managers on addressing staff performance and conduct matters
• Teach the equivalent of one day per week

For further information about the role including a full Job Description and both Application and Monitoring Forms, click the apply icon.

Applications must be received by the school no later than 10.00 am on Friday 9 January 2026.