Deputy Principal

Are you an inspirational leader looking for your next challenge? Would you thrive in a MAT with a vision to be inclusive and compassionate and where high expectations ensure that every person within its community flourishes? With our percentage of Ofsted inspected Oasis academies achieving “Good” or better rising from 30% to 88% since 2014 and 92% of our primary academies currently being good or better, this is an exciting time to join us and have a real and lasting impact on our academies and the communities which they serve. We are looking to appoint a driven, experienced individual to lead our academy in the Birmingham area.

See the potential, make the difference

About the Role

This is a significant and exciting senior appointment for the school. As Deputy Principal, you will be a key leader at Oasis Academy Short Heath and will support the Principal with strategic leadership, management and outcomes and ensure long-term success through leadership growth and maximising potential. As Deputy principal you will work with the Principal to lead the academy in a challenging but extremely rewarding environment.

Oasis Academy Short Heath is situated in Erdington, Birmingham.

Oasis Academy Short Heath is an inclusive academy for children aged between 4 and 11 years old, representing the multicultural strengths of Birmingham and committed to delivering first class-education and playing an active role in the local community. The academy strives for all pupils to achieve their full potential, fully prepared for an ever-changing society.

We are seeking an individual with a strong track record of senior leadership, clarity of purpose and high expectations for all. As a high-profile individual within the academy, you will champion the Oasis ethos, support and develop your leaders and empower their staff teams. As Deputy Principal you will work with passion, pace, clarity and determination to move the academy forward.

Outward Facing

In order to ensure that our students receive the education they deserve and that our staff are fully developed and supported, we are looking for someone who is outward facing and who is passionate about taking on this role, delivering exceptional education at the heart of community. You will be a figurehead within the community.

Effective Support

To develop you as a leader, you will enjoy the support and challenge of the Principal, as well as a Regional Director and wider OCL National Team. By being part of a family of 52 Oasis Academies, you will work alongside expert leaders in their field and benefit from a strong support network and partnership within the Birmingham and Worcestershire area. You will have many opportunities to share best practice and drive continual improvement, including an annual regional conference, Regional Improvement Networks and access to a growing CPD programme nationally.

About Oasis

Growth and development

Children are able to flourish in its nurturing culture which embraces inclusivity and values everyone for their individuality. Provision for children who have high-level special educational needs is strong. Children enjoy coming to school and this is reflected in the high attendance and good behaviour - our children are polite, considerate and respectful towards adults and each other. Staff benefit from strong CPD and use a variety of teaching techniques to make sure that every child has the best start to their educational journey.

How To apply:
If you would like more information about this exciting opportunity and/or would like a confidential discussion about the position or to arrange a visit to the Academy, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Debbie Allen, Operations manager before Wednesday 7th December by either of the following methods:
Telephone: 0121 373 6056.

This role offers a challenging but highly rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational outcomes of thousands of students. Our young people deserve the best: your role will be to ensure that they receive it.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.