The Education Administration is responsible for preschool, preschool class, elementary school, special education elementary school, and after-school care in the municipality. The operations are divided into three leadership teams: F-6 Southwest, F-6 Northeast, and grades 7–9. Each management team is led by a district manager.

We are now looking for a principal for Grisbacka School!

Grisbacka School is an F–6 school located in Grisbacka, one of Umeå’s older neighborhoods. The large schoolyard is perfect for play, games, and physical activity. Nearby are parks, ski trails, and forests. With a dedicated and competent staff, confident and motivated students, and strong collaboration with parents and guardians, we take learning seriously. Grisbacka School is one of Umeå Municipality’s training schools, which means that during the school year, we host student teachers as part of their practical training program (VFU).

Your Responsibilities

As principal, you are responsible for staff, the work environment, and finances. The school has approximately 430 students and about 45 employees.  You will lead and develop the educational programs in close collaboration with an assistant principal, whom you will supervise in accordance with applicable guidelines. Together, you will work to create the best possible conditions for students’ learning, development, and achievement of learning goals.

The role involves:

• Educational leadership: You will drive and develop educational activities and ensure high-quality instruction.
• Work Environment and Staff Management: You will lead, motivate, and develop the school’s staff and create a positive and safe work environment.
• Student health and safety: You are responsible for close and preventive student health efforts where every student is given the opportunity to achieve their goals.
• Operational and financial responsibility: You are responsible for the school’s budget, resource allocation, systematic quality assurance, and goal achievement.
• Collaboration: You will build strong relationships with students, parents and guardians, school administrators, and the local community in Umeå

You will be part of the leadership team for Elementary School F-6 Southwest and report to the area manager. This role is carried out in close collaboration with other school leaders in the area to create the conditions for equitable education and sustainable operational development.

About You

For this role, we are seeking a communicative, clear, and transparent leader. You have a strong ability to foster participation and consensus, as well as the ability to ensure continuity through stability, a long-term perspective, and predictability in operations. You are also skilled at building and maintaining trusting relationships. Great importance will be placed on personal suitability.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A college degree in education, preferably as an elementary school teacher.
• Experience leading educational efforts as an assistant principal or principal.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in Swedish, as the role requires high-level communication with colleagues, students, parents, and other stakeholders, both in writing and verbally.

As a manager in the City of Umeå, you are an important ambassador and role model. You represent the city in a professional and positive manner, with the public’s best interests as your top priority. You lead through dialogue and participation, encourage curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, and have the ability to highlight and recognize both individual employees and the entire team.

What We Offer

Umeå Municipality offers secure employment conditions, meaningful work, and excellent opportunities for lifelong learning. As a manager with us, you’ll be part of a strong collegial network and have access to central support (HR, finance, IT).

Before You Apply

To ensure a well-informed selection process, we use screening questions based on the position’s requirements profile. Please answer the questions and do not simply refer to your resume. It is also important that the information you provide in the screening questions is supported by the details in your resume. If the above requirements are not met, we may not have sufficient information to evaluate your application.

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region’s largest employer, with over 13,000 valued employees. Our organization is divided into nine administrative departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows in a thoughtful manner. Our core values are based on a citizen-centered approach, transparency, trust, and continuous improvement. With us, you’ll work on missions that are vital to society, helping to ensure that Umeå remains a safe, secure, and fun place to live.

Umeå is northern Sweden’s largest city, offering a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We’re a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here, you can learn what it’s like to live in Umeå: Moving to Umeå Municipality

Our team is growing, so maybe we’re looking for you? Do you want more, too? We offer fair working conditions, great benefits, and excellent opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.