Assistant Headteacher

The Bridge School, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3ND

32 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  24 April 2026 at 10am

• Date listed

  23 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Assistant headteacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Leadership 1 - 5 (£51,773 - £57,137 per annum)

Assistant Headteacher job summary

Assistant Headteacher (0.5 teaching time)

The Bridge School (Across all three sites located in Ipswich and Felixstowe)

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 33.25 hours per week.

Salary: Leadership 1-5 (£51,773-£57,137 per annum)

Start Date: 01.09.2026

The Bridge School is an excellent all-through school for SLD pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to join The Bridge School, part of Unity Schools Partnership. Candidates may already be working in SEND or may wish to pursue a career in this sector. Classes have between 8 to 12 pupils per class with teachers supported by a team of TA’s and Senior Leaders. At this exciting time for the school, we are looking for an inspirational leader to join our team with a passion for SEND and a creative, innovative approach to delivering the curriculum, to join us and make an impact on the learning of our students. We are looking for candidates with the motivation and determination to ensure that students make progress and also to improve and boost their experience.

The school serves a catchment area that covers Ipswich and surrounding areas of Suffolk. The school is based on two campuses, with the Felixstowe Campus opening in September 2024 and our Hub which is on Bramford Lane. The school is part of a collaborative, forward thinking Academy Trust. Unity Schools Partnership will be creating a network of special schools working together, as well as already having special schools in Ipswich and Haverhill. You will be supported in your role by experienced SEND leaders who will be available to offer advice and guidance as the school moves forward under their leadership. 

Significant training and development are available through opportunities for professional development, research, teacher training and collaboration between schools and across phases. For more information, to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the role please contact Emma Byford or Louise Parkinson, our Deputy Headteachers by email emma.byford@thebridgeschool.org.uk  or louise.parkinson@thebridgeschool.org.uk , by phone 01473 556200. 

Closing Date: 9:00am, 24.04.2026

Interviews: 06.05.2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.

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

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safer recruitment, equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

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.

About The Bridge School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 19
• School size: 216 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Bridge School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-bridge-school-ip8-3nd

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