Eknässkolan | Principal

SiS is currently undergoing a comprehensive transformation where operations are developing on multiple levels simultaneously. We are evolving and adapting our work based on new and changing needs both in society and within our own organization. We understand that developing and engaged leaders are crucial for fulfilling today's and tomorrow's missions. Do you want to create a life-changing difference for vulnerable individuals? Then the position of Principal at SiS Youth Home Eknäs offers a meaningful opportunity where you will have significant responsibility for the educational operations. About the school: As Principal, you hold overall responsibility for running the school in accordance with current regulations and serve as the school's educational leader with responsibilities for personnel, finance, results, and work environment. You are responsible for the overall pedagogical development of the school, ensuring that teaching aligns with national school goals. You will report to the head of the institution and be part of the institution's management team. You will also be a member of the national group of principals, which consists of 22 principals led by the School Director and the School Division at the head office. SiS Youth Home Eknäs currently has 27 places for school-age boys aged 12-16 with psychosocial issues, as well as violence and substance abuse problems. Eknässkolan is a primary school, but it also accommodates older students who are enrolled in introductory programs, either individualized options or language introduction, as well as students within adapted school forms. The majority of students at SiS have faced challenges in their studies and require significant support during their education. Instruction is given in smaller teaching groups. Qualifications: To be suitable for this role, you need to have strong leadership capabilities, demonstrating accountability for the whole and realizing SiS's vision and goals through a developing quality-focused effort. You work to achieve our goals by creating sound structures, methodologies, and culture. You embrace challenges and act with courage. You set a good example and show trust in your staff and colleagues' competencies, encouraging their development and ownership of responsibilities. You engage your employees in our development efforts and create conditions for active employee participation and a learning organization. The role of Principal requires strong collaboration skills both within the institution and with partners in social services and education authorities to ensure continuous schooling where students' right to education is central. You should also possess: • A teaching degree • Principal training or at least commenced principal training • Experience working as a principal or assistant principal • Very good knowledge of Swedish, both spoken and written It is beneficial if you have: • Experience working with students in need of special support, ideally in institutional care • Qualifications as a special educator/teacher or career and study advisor Personal qualities: • Ability to create engagement and participation • Good collaboration skills • Strong communication skills • Strong organizational skills and structure • Relationship-building skills • Resilience under stress We place great emphasis on personal suitability. Duration, working hours: Full-time, daytime. Permanent employment, the position begins with a six-month probationary period. Start date: by agreement Driver's license: B SiS actively works against all forms of discrimination and welcomes all applicants. Before employment at our institutions, SiS conducts a background check. In preparation for the recruitment process, the Swedish National Board of Institutional Care has made decisions regarding recruitment channels and marketing. Therefore, we strongly request not to be contacted by media sellers, recruitment websites, or similar services. Note: If you have protected personal information, do not apply through the recruitment system. Instead, contact the person listed as the contact in the advertisement.