About the role
Vice principals hold a leading position within the education sector and are responsible for the pedagogical activities at a school or within an educational institution. They often have a background as teachers and have supplemented with leadership training or a principal's education. Vice principals work closely with teachers, students, and other principals to promote a high-quality learning environment.Responsibilities
Vice principals lead and develop the school's pedagogical work and are responsible for the quality of the teaching. They handle scheduling, personnel issues, and are often involved in budget work. They are also responsible for following up and evaluating the teachers' work as well as managing parent contacts and student matters.Skills and tools
Vice principals need to have good leadership skills, knowledge of pedagogy and curricula, as well as the ability to handle conflicts. They often use administrative systems to manage schedules and student information. Communication skills, empathy, and the ability to make strategic decisions are central qualities. Common competencies demanded by employers are allmänmedicin, primärvård and utbildningsplanering.