Assistant Principal


Company:	West Herts College
Salary:	£78,000 to £78,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Watford, WD17 3EZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a person with a deep passion for teaching, learning and assessment who is highly skilled in implementing curriculum strategies for young people and adults across a large College campus.

The role requires substantial experience of teaching and learning in a further education setting coupled with knowledge of key curriculum issues, instructional leadership, operational management, and data-driven school improvement.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in curriculum management and development at a senior level.

As well as the relevant experience, we are looking for someone who is able to provide strong leadership and management, working collaboratively with internal and external key stakeholders.

You will need to be flexible in your approach and willing to maintain an up-to-date understanding of developments within the educational sector and industries pertinent to the College’s curriculum, students, and locality.

Ideally you will be educated to degree level, hold a teaching qualification and be able to demonstrate continued personal development.

This is a full-time, campus-based post.

We are currently recruiting for three Assistant Principal posts, with one role based at each of our campuses in Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Luton. Please specify which campus or campuses you would like to be considered for on your application form.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 4th October 2026 with interviews being held the week commencing Monday 12th October 2026.

You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.

We have a free on-site gym at our Watford Campus and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.

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