Vice Principal - Sailing School
Posted 8 hours 1 minute ago by Marine Resources Recruitment Ltd
Location: Southampton
Salary: £40-50K DOE
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, First Class Sailing, a leading sailing school, for an experienced and dynamic Vice Principal to oversee the day-to-day operations of their busy training centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and commercially minded professional with a passion for sailing, education, and team leadership.
About the Role
As Vice Principal, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the centre. You will play a key role in ensuring occupancy levels are met and that the highest standards of training, customer experience, and operational efficiency are achieved. While this is a predominantly shore-based leadership role, there will be opportunities to sail and teach if desired.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the sailing school, ensuring smooth booking, course delivery, and a high-quality student experience.
- Co-ordinate marketing and sales efforts, manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively to meet business objectives.
- Lead and support a team of full-time and part-time staff and freelance instructors in line with company standards.
- Ensure that all training equipment is maintained to a high standard.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety protocols, and RYA training standards is maintained.
- Act as a key point of contact for students and instructors, resolving any issues that arise.
- Drive the development and growth of the centre, contributing to business strategy and customer engagement.
About You
- Experienced Yachtmaster Instructor or similar background, with a passion for sailing and education.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience in team coordination and HR responsibilities.
- Commercially minded with an understanding of budgets, sales, marketing, and customer service.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive, hands-on approach.
- Knowledge of boat maintenance and refits.
- Enthusiastic, dependable, and committed to maintaining high standards.
This is a unique opportunity to take on a leadership role in a thriving sailing school, helping to shape its future while maintaining an active connection to the world of sailing.