Assistant Head Teacher

Assistant Head Teacher x2. Behaviour and Welfare KS3. Behaviour and Welfare KS4.

Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 - 17 set in its own 60-acre site in the Quantocks, an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities which are fully utilised in the delivery of the curriculum to over 320 students of which 130 are boarders. The school is currently expanding, and this is an exciting time in Brymore’s development.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant, successful school and be part of an experienced, effective leadership team with a proven track record of school improvement. Over the past decade, Brymore has built up a reputation as one of the most sought-after schools in the area.

You will find our staff and students friendly, willing and keen to do well. Your role as Assistant Headteacher will involve leading our successful Student Welfare Team, which includes an Administrative Assistant for Behaviour, Deputy Head of Safeguarding and a Pastoral Manager, to shape all aspects of student welfare, from behaviour and attendance to safeguarding and enrichment. You will be enthusiastic, motivated and morally driven, with a firm belief in attention to detail and the ability to build strong relationships. You will have a passion to ensure that student welfare is at the heart of all we do and a desire to make a difference.

This is a great chance to play key role in leading the school and to have a big impact on students. Successful candidates will be expected to lead on another whole school area of focus such as personal development, literacy, disadvantaged strategy, careers/employability and you should share areas of interest in your letter of application.

Brymore is a unique and happy place to work. Our students, staff and parents are loyal and proud of what we do here. The beautiful setting in the Quantocks, fantastic facilities, good behaviour and high achievement of our students are just some of the reasons why people enjoy working at Brymore.

As part of the Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust we also benefit from excellent support at Trust level.

What we offer:

• A Trust wide leadership competencies framework
• A professional leadership development coach
• Personalised professional development supported by an exceptional team within the Academy and driven through The Continual Professional Growth Policy which replaces appraisal and pay progression
• Employee Rewards scheme – High Street discounts, Staff Wellbeing centre

Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 18th April 2024.

In their supporting statement, applicants should demonstrate how their knowledge, skills and experience align both with the job description for this role and with the Senior leader level of our Leadership Qualities Framework.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you. 

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.