Head of ASC Base (Polden Centre)
Bridgwater College Academy, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4QY13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
9 July 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
26 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- BTCT Leadership Pay Scale Points 6-8 (£58,569 - £61,534)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Bridgwater College Academy is seeking an exceptional and passionate leader to join our dedicated SEND team as Head of Polden Centre (ASC Base). This is a rewarding opportunity to lead our specialist Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) provision and play a key role in our continued journey of school improvement.
As a school, we are committed to securing the very best outcomes for every student. The successful candidate will contribute to this vision by leading and developing our specialist ASC provision, ensuring students receive outstanding academic, social and emotional support within a safe, inclusive and aspirational learning environment.
You will lead a skilled specialist team, oversee student provision and curriculum pathways, and work collaboratively with families, external agencies and colleagues across the Academy and Trust. As a member of the wider leadership team, you will help promote high expectations, inclusive practice and continuous improvement across the school.
In this role, you will:
- Lead and manage the Polden Centre ASC provision
- Ensure inclusive, personalised learning opportunities for students with ASC
- Coordinate EHCP annual reviews and SEND review meetings
- Support staff development and deliver autism-focused training
- Develop positive partnerships with parents, external agencies and County Hall
- Monitor student progress, provision and intervention strategies
- Promote student wellbeing, independence and voice
- Support inclusive practice across the wider Academy
We are looking for an experienced and credible leader who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has significant experience working with students with ASC/SEND
- Is a confident and compassionate leader
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
- Is committed to inclusive education and improving outcomes for all learners
- Can support and coach colleagues to develop outstanding practice
What the school offers its staff
At Bridgwater College Academy, our colleagues benefit from:
- Teachers’ pension scheme
- Employee Reward Scheme – including high-street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities to work collaboratively across the Trust
- A chance to shape and develop specialist ASC provision
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
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. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Bridgwater College Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 16
- Education phase
- All through school
- School size
- 1576 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bridgwater College Academy website
- Email address
- recruitment@btc-trust.org
Bridgwater College Academy is a mixed all-through Academy which combines both primary and secondary education for pupils aged 3 to 16. The academy, which is sponsored by Bridgwater and Taunton College, is located in Bridgwater, Somerset, England.
Arranging a visit to Bridgwater College Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@btc-trust.org.
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