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  • Job start date

    9 January 2026

  • Closing date

    23 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    9 January 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Deputy headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Key stage 3, Key stage 4

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

L16-20

Deputy Principal job summary

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 Deputy Principal and help shape the next chapter of our academy’s journey. We’re looking for an experienced leader who can thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment and who shares our vision of delivering exceptional education for all.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Leading curriculum planning and development across the academy
  • Managing timetabling to support effective teaching and learning
  • Supporting staff to deliver high-quality lessons and raise outcomes
  • Championing student wellbeing, inclusion, and achievement
  • Working closely with the Principal and SLT to ensure smooth operations

A full job description is attached to this vacancy.

You’ll bring:

  • Leadership experience at Deputy Principal level, or clear potential to step into the role
  • Excellent communication and people skills
  • Resilience and a calm presence when under pressure or balancing multiple priorities
  • A commitment to inclusive, stimulating learning environments
  • The ability to inspire and support staff and students

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

Application process:

Closing date: Midday Friday 23 January 2026

Interviews: TBA

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Oasis Community Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Oasis Academy Daventry Road

School type
Free School, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
261 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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School website
Oasis Academy Daventry Road website
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OADR is a new 11- 16, six forms of entry [180 students per year group] secondary school in South Bristol. The school opened in September 2023 for year 7 students only, initially taking students in Year 7 only, growing year on year with an eventual capacity of 900 young people. OADR opened in temporary accommodation in September 2023 and will move to our permanent site on Daventry Road, in a new, state of the art building in due course.

We are an inclusive Academy, committed to delivering first class education and playing an active role in the local community. OADR is in close proximity to 3 Oasis Primary Academies (Connaught, Marksbury Road & New Oak) and 2 Oasis Secondary Academies (John Williams & Brislington) and as such will benefit directly from close working partnerships and a supportive network.

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