About the role
Assistant principals are often active within primary and secondary schools and assist the principal in daily work. They usually have an educational background and have supplemented with leadership training or principal programs. Their role is to support the school's management and ensure that the school's goals are achieved.Responsibilities
Assistant principals are responsible for leading and developing the school's staff and students. They handle administrative tasks, participate in development work, and are often responsible for scheduling and student care. They are also the principal's deputy and can act as principal in their absence.Skills and tools
Assistant principals need good leadership skills, the ability to communicate and collaborate with various stakeholders. They use administrative systems for attendance management and grading. Knowledge in conflict management and educational insight are central tools in their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, utvecklingsarbete and fritidshem.