Assistant Principal – Construction & Engineering

Schoolsweek; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Tees Valley is seeking an Assistant Principal to oversee the Construction, Engineering and TTE Faculty. The successful candidate will lead innovation in technical education, manage diverse programs including apprenticeships and skills bootcamps, and inspire a team of passionate educators. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £85,000 plus excellent benefits and a relocation package if applicable. Join a forward-thinking college dedicated to shaping the future of education.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Relocation package

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in technical education with outstanding results.
• Experience in inspiring and developing diverse teams.
• Passion for transforming lives through education and skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of various education programs and apprenticeships.
• Lead a team of educators and industry specialists.
• Engage with stakeholders to address skills priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Technical education experience

Curriculum design

Team development

Job description

Location: Middlesbrough College
Salary: Up to £85,000 + Excellent Benefits + Relocation package if applicable
Closing Date: 23/01/2026

Are you ready to join a dynamic and high‑performing college in a region of significant inward investment?

Middlesbrough College is seeking an Assistant Principal to take charge of our Construction, Engineering and TTE Faculty – a powerhouse of innovation and skills development with a £25 million annual turnover.

This is not just a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of technical education and workforce development across the region. You’ll oversee a faculty that delivers:

• Study Programmes for 16–19 learners
• Apprenticeships in partnership with leading employers
• Skills Bootcamps driving rapid upskilling
• Higher Education courses for advanced technical careers (as part of the North East Institute of Technology)
• Commercial training supporting industry growth both locally and overseas

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a college that is ambitious, forward‑thinking, and deeply invested in STEM excellence.
• Lead a team of passionate educators and industry specialists in state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
• Influence strategic direction and drive innovation in curriculum design and delivery.
• Work closely with employers and stakeholders to meet regional and national skills priorities.

What We’re Looking For

• A great leader of people. Someone who can inspire, support and develop a diverse team.
• A proven leader with experience in technical education.
• Someone with a track record of leading high‑quality teaching and learning to achieve outstanding results across diverse provision.
• A passion for transforming lives through education and skills.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and lead a faculty that is shaping the future of construction and engineering, we want to hear from you.

For more information or for a confidential chat please contact our retained recruiter Anthony Antoniou at Imperial Recruitment Group by clicking the apply button.