Job overview
Liverpool College is a mixed ability 4-19 Academy of some 1,660 pupils located in the Mossley Hill area of Liverpool. Situated on a 28-acre campus it is a combination of the traditional and the modern. From the cricket pitch to the Sport Centre, the Forest School to the Design Hub, Liverpool College offers the widest environment for learning.

The College was founded in 1840 with a mission to serve the city of Liverpool. An independent school for the first 173 years of its history it transitioned to the state sector in September 2013. Today it flourishes as an all-through co-educational Academy offering state boarding provision in the senior school. Originally an institution with its roots in the Church of England, the modern Liverpool College is diverse, multi-faith and inclusive, drawing pupils and staff from every community in the Merseyside region and committed to educational practices of inclusion, anti-racism, and equity. One of the most over-subscribed schools in the North of England, Liverpool College was judged Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted on its most recent inspection in 2019.

The College continues to be guided by its original Ciceronian motto Non solum ingenii verum etiam virtutis (‘Not only the intellect but also the character’), which remains at the heart of our philosophy of education in its widest sense. The College focuses upon the individual through their engagement across the school’s activities to develop three key traits in our learners: Purpose, Passion and Challenge. The commitment to Learning with Character combined with those three core traits creates a cohesive community across the entire campus to continue the Founders’ intention to make the formation of character a prime purpose of education. Liverpool College is a happy, successful and outward-looking school with a clear mission and an undiluted belief in the importance of educating the whole person. Both our mission and our unique approach to the education of the whole child is further explained at www.liverpoolcollege.org.uk.

Liverpool College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of pupils. The successful applicant will be expected to meet an enhanced DBS check.

Liverpool College is an equal opportunities employer which prides itself on providing an inclusive workplace. Applications are encouraged and will be welcomed from applicants from all backgrounds as the aim is to have a workforce that, at all levels, is representative of the school community. The College is committed to equality, anti-racism, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing. The aim is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, has a sense of belonging and is empowered to do and to be their best.

About the role
This is a full-time, permanent post commencing on 1st September 2025.

As Principal you will be responsible for leading the delivery of education in its widest sense for over 1,600 pupils ranging from age 4 – 19 drawn from across Liverpool and the wider region.

In so doing you will lead a workforce of nearly 250 educators and support staff, be responsible for liaising with the Governors as well as the Foundation which continues to own the land and physical assets of the College.

You will be expected to manage the senior leadership structure, ensure the development and delivery of the policies necessary for the excellent operation of the College and set the tone, style and standards for a modern academy which retains strong traditions and active support from parents and ‘Lerpoolians’, the active association of former pupils and those associated with the College.

You will lead the continuing development of the curriculum, the management of a wide and challenging school estate and support the sporting, dramatic, musical and academic aspects that run throughout the College.

The successful candidate will make a full contribution to the pastoral and extra-curricular life of this busy and successful school. The College offers strong support to its Principal through its senior leadership team as well as engaged and motivated governors. In addition, there is a thriving PTA, well-motivated and enthusiastic pupils, and excellent facilities.