Assistant Principal - Teaching and LearningEDV/2026/OSCA/66984

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people. Due to a promotion, we are seeking an energetic, dynamic and highly motivated Assistant Principal to lead and drive excellence in teaching and learning across the academy. This is a key strategic role focused on shaping and embedding a consistent, high-quality approach to pedagogy that ensures all students receive the very best education possible.

The successful candidate will translate current educational research and evidence-informed practice into impactful whole-school improvement. Working with the Vice Principal for Teaching and Learning, you will develop and deliver the academy’s Teaching and Learning strategy, and lead on the implementation of the agreed style of teaching to ensure consistency, clarity and high expectations in every classroom.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be a visible and proactive presence across the academy, helping to establish a culture where outstanding teaching and learning can thrive. You will contribute to the academy improvement plan, lead self-evaluation activities, and support the ongoing professional development of staff. You will also lead on instructional coaching and professional learning, empowering staff to refine their practice, and foster a collaborative culture with strong partnerships within the academy and across the wider trust.

The role includes a teaching commitment, and the successful candidate will model excellent classroom practice, securing strong progress and engagement for all students. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward-thinking leader to contribute to the continued success and improvement of the academy.

Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy is an oversubscribed secondary academy with over 1400 students on roll at Key Stages 3-5. Our core drivers of Outcomes, Values and Choices are at the heart of our daily actions and interactions. We pride ourselves on building strong relationships based on mutual respect at all levels.

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Benefits include:

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Automatic pay progression
• Generous pension and life cover
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform
• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service

The deadline for applications is Sunday 17th May 2026. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Bared List.