
Assistant Headteacher FTC MAT Cover
Brimble Hill Special School, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN25 2NBThis job expired on 15 July 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
15 July 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
8 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- Assistant headteacher
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- Leadership L13 - L17
Assistant Headteacher FTC MAT Cover job summary
Brimble Hill School & Uplands School are in search of an Assistant Headteacher to join the team until the end of the academic year (31.08.2026). This role will be supporting both schools..
We are seeking an inspiring Assistant Headteacher to help lead our specialist Education Provision. You will support day-to-day operations, drive high standards in teaching and learning, and champion inclusive education for all pupils.
With strong SEND expertise, leadership experience, and excellent communication skills, you’ll play a key role in improving outcomes and raising the profile of our provision.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Brimble Hill School & Uplands School are proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.
Please see the attached the job description and person specification for further information about this role.
Interview: w.c 21.07.2025 or as received
In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingswindon@brunel.org.uk or 01793 268820 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.
Benefits
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
- Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
- Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
- Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
- Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
- Excellent pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Annual pay progression opportunities
- Continuous Service date honoured
You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.
Safeguarding Statement
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.
Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and warmly welcome applicants who have disabilities.
In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance.
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
About Brimble Hill Special School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- School size
- 122 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Brimble Hill Special School website
As a developing Multi Academy Trust, now is an exciting time to join Brimble Hill Primary School. Brimble Hill School is a unique SEND Primary for children with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties.
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