Start date: February 23, 2026.

Saint Andrews University Medical College seeks to obtain an experienced school principal to join the upper leadership team from February 2026.

This is a great role in the heart of one of the most expensive medical colleges in the UK. We are looking for a strategic and operational leader who has a strong background in the Higher Education Department, the presentation of academic programs and institutional partnerships. The successful candidate will play a major role in shaping the school’s operational strategy, supporting excellence in university education and postgraduate studies, and ensuring smooth coordination through academic, secret and administrative fields.

Candidates must bring a deep understanding of the scene of education and research in the United Kingdom, including NHS and organizational frameworks governing medical training. Experience in managing complex academic environments and enhancing cooperative relations across sectors will be essential.

If you are ready to lead with the purpose and help in leading the next stage of growth and innovation in ST Andrews, we invite you warmly to call. For an informal conversation about the role, please call Kara Kinnaid in Medschoolcoordinator@st-andrews.ac.uk To arrange a discussion with the current school principal or the head of the school.

ST Andrews offers more than just a place to work – it’s a place to belong. We appreciate colleagues, comprehensiveness and luxury, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can flourish and perform their best.

In addition to the salary offered for this position, there is a wide range of benefits for employees working at St. Andrews University. Package to head teacher It includes:

• Financial contribution to the transition.
• The membership of the USS pensions chart with a 14.5 % generous business owner.
• A hybrid work environment, including partial domestic action, and a group of family friendly policies, and support for work and life.
• Employee discount scheme for local and national goods and services.
• Free employees ’positions, Carshare and Cycle employee to the subsidized local bus and travel plans.
• Supported sports membership, reducing tuition fees on employee certificates programs, accessing training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, accessing library facilities, and salary sacrifice scheme.
• 34 days annual leave in addition to 5 days of public holidays.

Close date: October 23, 2025

Interview date: November 11, 2025

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