Assistant Principal for Sköndal School

Stockholm – our capital city with millions of dreams, expectations, and ambitions. We work for everyone living here today and in the future. We are now looking for someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm. Welcome to Sköndalsskolan We are an F–6 school with approximately 500 students and 80 staff members. We are located in the picturesque Sköndal, close to parks, lakes, and natural areas that we often visit. The school has a dedicated local teaching group (LSU) for grades 1–6, as well as a regional special teaching group (RSU) focused on autism. We operate based on the guiding principles of collaboration, safety, responsibility, respect, and knowledge. We strive to create an attractive learning environment that accommodates different learning styles. Please read more about us at www.skondalskolan.se We offer With us, you will become part of a diverse and development-oriented environment where we work towards a safe learning environment and high results. The management team consists of the principal, two assistant principals, and an administrative manager. We collaborate closely and are convinced that we achieve the best results together. You will be part of a competent leadership team that works together to create the best possible conditions for students and staff. As a leader within the education administration, you will receive continuous training and seminars on current employer and operational issues. About the role As the assistant principal for grades 4–6 and our local special teaching group, you are an important part of the school management. You lead the daily work closely with students and staff and are responsible for operations, personnel, and finances delegated by the principal. You create conditions to achieve common goals and contribute to an open climate where collaboration and diverse perspectives are valued. You see collaboration within the management team as a crucial success factor and actively contribute to an open and trusting atmosphere. Your mission includes: - Driving school development with a focus on quality, safety work, student influence, and digitalization. - Ensuring a pedagogically well-functioning operation with clear goals and high results. - Being primarily responsible for staff and students in grades 4–6 and LSU. - Contributing to a good work environment and a culture characterized by engagement and participation. Your qualifications and experience We are looking for someone who has: - A teaching license with qualifications for primary school - Experience teaching grades 4–6 - Good knowledge of and experience with digital tools in teaching - Current experience as an assistant principal in primary education - Experience in student health work. Meritorious: - Ongoing or completed principal training program - Experience working with special teaching groups - Experience leading safety work and digitalization processes. Personal qualities To thrive and succeed in this role, you need to be: - Secure and stable – you remain calm even in challenging situations. - Attentive and relationship-building – you build long-term relationships and create trust. - Engaged and persistent – you maintain motivation even in the face of setbacks. We are looking for a courageous leader with a clear and communicative style, who views collaboration within the management team as a success factor and contributes to an open and trusting climate. You are structured, motivated by development work, and consider the best interests of the entire organization in your decisions. We place great importance on personal suitability. We welcome your application! The City of Stockholm works with competency-based recruitment aimed at recognizing each person's skills and thereby combating discrimination.