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 management teams: F-6 Southwest, F-6 Northeast, and grades 7–9. Each management team is led by a regional manager.

We are now looking for a principal for Östteg School!

Östteg School was built in 1887 and is one of Umeå’s oldest schools. The school is beautifully situated along the Ume River, just a stone’s throw from downtown. We have a high proportion of qualified teachers with solid experience. Östteg 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 300 students and about 40 employees.  You will lead and develop educational programs in accordance with applicable guidelines and 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 position, we are seeking a leader with a strong ability to build and maintain trusting relationships. You are also organized and structured. You possess strong pedagogical skills and foster understanding and engagement among your colleagues. 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 initiatives, ideally as an assistant principal or principal. If you have not worked as a school leader, you must have led or coordinated colleagues in educational development work, or alternatively, you must have completed an internal trainee program or recruitment training for prospective school leaders
• Strong ability to express yourself clearly in both spoken and written Swedish, as the role places high demands on 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 thoughtfully. 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 enjoyable 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.