A role for a leader ready to inspire, uplift and transform.
A Journey of Purpose, Progress and Possibility in Don Valley, education is more than a timetable, it’s a journey shared between children, families, staff and the wider community.
Oasis Academy Don Valley sits at the centre of this vibrant landscape, offering a unique all through experience where pupils grow from early childhood to young adulthood within the same nurturing environment. We are now seeking a Deputy Principal who is energised by community, motivated by challenge and excited by the opportunity to help shape an academy with enormous potential.
This is a role for a leader who brings both heart and expertise, someone who views education as a catalyst for hope, ambition and meaningful, lasting change. Oasis Academy Don Valley is firmly rooted in its community, strengthened by partnerships with the Oasis Hub Don Valley, local organisations, sports clubs and regional employers. These relationships enrich our curriculum, expand opportunities and reinforce the belief that schools flourish when they stand shoulder to shoulder with the communities they serve. Don Valley is an academy full of promise; a place where your leadership can shape futures, uplift families and contribute to a legacy that truly endures.
Joining Oasis means becoming part of a community of practitioners who put people first. You will join a national movement with global reach, one that invests in its leaders, nurtures wellbeing, and is committed to developing talent from within. Your growth as a leader will be encouraged, supported and celebrated. We recognise the realities of leading within an area of socio economic challenge; it demands creativity, resilience and a deep moral purpose.
As Deputy Principal, you will be part of a robust leadership network, including your newly appointed Principal, Regional Director and Executive Principal, each offering guidance, insight and steadfast support as you step into this role. This is also an opportunity to build a strong working partnership and a shared vision with your Principal, aligning your leadership strengths to drive the academy forward. You will play a meaningful role in shaping our long term strategic direction, helping to craft a curriculum that reflects the spirit, identity and aspirations of the Don Valley community.
With access to expertise, collaboration and trust wide networks, you will have everything you need to bring your vision to life. If you are a leader who wants meaning in your work, who wants to stand somewhere you can genuinely make a difference; this role may be calling to you.
About the Role
A Deputy Principal is the anchor of academy life; present, visible, supportive and influential in the day to day rhythm of the school. As a key member of the Academy Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping the direction, culture and success of Oasis Academy Don Valley.
Working alongside the Principal, you will:
- Help shape and deliver the academy’s strategic vision, leading high impact improvement priorities across all phases
- Champion exceptional teaching, learning and curriculum innovation, ensuring high expectations and meaningful inclusion for every learner
- Lead safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, fostering a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for all pupils
- Inspire, coach and develop staff through compassionate, ambitious and values driven leadership
- Use data, insight and strong professional judgement to drive rapid progress and secure excellent outcomes
- Build powerful partnerships with families, the wider community and colleagues across the Oasis network
- Strengthen a culture of belonging, ambition and emotional intelligence where both staff and students can flourish
- Model the Oasis ethos through your daily actions, setting a tone of professionalism, integrity and hope
This role is ideal for an experienced senior leader with the drive, potential and moral purpose to progress to Principalship within the next 3–5 years. Whether you are already operating at senior leadership level or seeking your next significant step, you understand the impact of strong, values driven leadership and the influence it has on an academy’s culture, ambition and success.
Next Steps
The best way to understand what makes Oasis Academy Don Valley special is to see it for yourself. We warmly invite you to visit, meet our students and staff, and experience the vibrant atmosphere that defines our academy. To arrange a visit please contact Anna Thompson.
Please see the attached recruitment brochures and full job description for further information, including more about our academy, our community hub and our partnerships. We are confident that you will recognise the exceptional opportunity this role presents, both for your own development and for the community you would serve.
Please note: Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.
Closing date: 12 April 2026