Principal of Ocean Academy Poole

Are you ready to lead a unique Academy with enormous potential into the next stage of development? Are you passionate about raising the aspirations of all students and staff? Are you prepared to be part of an Academy group that is dedicated to becoming an international model for success? Are you ready to take on this unique challenge?

We are looking for an outstanding Principal who has a track record as an outstanding teacher and who has an in-depth understanding of what highly effective teaching and learning looks like. The Principal at Ocean Academy must have the highest expectations and provide leadership that will drive exceptional standards in all areas, whilst being mindful of what this means in terms of the essence of ‘team’

We want an inspirational leader who is committed to the highest achievement for all in every area of the Academy’s work.

Ocean Academy is a junior school for children aged 7-11 years old. At Ocean Academy, we provide an enriched and challenging 'no limits, no barriers' Key Stage 2 curriculum which is fun and engaging, and ultimately keeps our children at the heart of everything we endeavour to achieve. Ocean Academy is a forward thinking, vibrant and exciting place to work, with a strong reputation in the local community.

Interview Dates: Monday 3rd July 2023

About Aspirations

Across our 16 Academies, Aspirations educate more than 9,000 pupils across the ages from 2 to 19 years, covering an area from West London to the Southwest of England. Operating since 2011, we have a consistent track record of improvement and success and offer excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We are determined that children receive an excellent education that prepares them for success in adult-life and are looking for people to join us who share our ideals.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities and guarantee an interview for those with a declared disability should they meet the minimum criteria for the job. The Equality Act 2010 defines disability as “any physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term effect on his or her ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities

Ocean Academy and Aspirations are committed to children’s safety and safeguarding; DBS disclosure requirements will apply to this post. View our Child Protection Policy on the school website. 

Aspirations Academies Trust and Ocean Academy Poole are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate that they meet the essential elements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, and Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.