Assistant Principal

Oasis Community Learning do; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Principal to lead school improvement and foster an inclusive environment. This role involves championing teaching strategies, developing curriculum practices, and enhancing outcomes for students. Ideal candidates are exceptional teachers with experience in leading educational initiatives and a passion for transformative education. The position offers leadership pay scale L4-L8 and numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health & dental cover

Discounts at leading companies

High-quality professional development

Qualifications

• Exceptional teacher and leader with a track record of improving outcomes.
• Experience in developing whole-school strategies.
• Commitment to inclusive, values-led education.

Responsibilities

• Lead with purpose to drive whole-school improvement.
• Model outstanding practice and deliver professional development.
• Use data to support staff in refining practices.

Skills

Evidence-based pedagogy

Curriculum design

Leadership skills

Coaching

Job description

* Assistant PrincipalFast Apply# Assistant PrincipalEmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: L8-L12Posted: 12th January 2026Start Date: 20th April 2026Expires: 25th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 20th April 2026Job ID: 1529056Start Date: 20th April 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1529056* Share :Is our **Assistant Principal** role at **Oasis Academy Daventry Road**Oasis Academy Daventry Road is a vibrant, inclusive secondary school at the heart of South Bristol. Since opening in 2023 with its first cohort of Year 7 students, the academy has already built strong foundations and is now on an exciting growth journey. With a brand-new, state-of-the-art permanent building under construction set to include modern sports facilities, landscaped outdoor areas, and dynamic learning spaces the academy will expand year on year until it reaches full capacity as a 900-place school. We are proud of our strong relationships, high expectations, and commitment to creating a safe, supportive environment where every student can flourish. Our team is passionate about transforming lives through education, and our students are ambitious, engaged, and full of potential.This is an exciting opportunity to join us as Assistant Principal and help shape the next chapter of our academy’s journey.Becoming a Secondary **Assistant Principal** here means stepping into a role where you can lead with purpose, drive whole-school improvement, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.If you share our vision and this sounds exactly what you are looking for then please read on!**The Role**Currently there is no specialism attached to this role, this will be shaped by and dependent on the successful candidate. Below are possible responsibilities dependent upon the best candidate:* Champion evidence-based pedagogy, curriculum design, and assessment practices or inclusion, culture and belonging* Work closely with colleagues to model outstanding practice, deliver impactful professional development, and foster a reflective, ambitious staff/student culture* Use data and dialogue to support all staff in refining practice and raising outcomes* Contribute to the wider leadership of the academy, sharing responsibility for our ongoing improvement journey**What We’re Looking For*** An exceptional teacher and leader with a strong track record of improving classroom practice and outcomes* Experience in developing whole-school strategies around teaching, curriculum, and assessment* A commitment to inclusive, values-led education in a diverse, high-expectation setting* The ability to build capacity in others through coaching, CPD, and collaboration* Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment that embraces challenge and growth**Our offer to you:*** A warm, collaborative team culture* High-quality professional development within the academy and across the Oasis Trust* Access to a national network of experienced leaders* The chance to make a real impact in a growing school community* Leadership pay scale L4-L8* Continued professional development & access to NioT training* Wider Oasis Community Learning benefits portal including health & dental cover & discounts at leading companies**About Oasis Community Learning**The overall vision for every part of Oasis is for community. A place where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential. Delivering first-class, innovative education is part of the work we do as we seek to grow an Oasis Hub in every area where we work; creating safe and inspiring local neighbourhoods that provide integrated and diverse services to benefit the whole person and whole community.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Daventry Road is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy Daventry RoadPart of### Oasis Community Learning