Head of Branthwaite Academy
Branthwaite Academy, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 4SS15 days remaining to apply
Closing date
13 September 2025 at 12:59am
Date listed
29 August 2025
Job details
Job role
- Headteacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £72,162.00 - £87,651.00 Annually (Actual) Head of School - L16-L20 (£72,162 - £79,475) Headteacher - L20-L24 (£79,475 - £87,651)
Head of Branthwaite Academy job summary
Head of Branthwaite Academy
Lead with Purpose. Inspire with Integrity. Transform Lives.
Branthwaite Academy is a pioneering specialist school dedicated to transforming the lives of autistic children and young people situated in West Cumbria. We are seeking an inspirational and forward-thinking Head of School or Headteacher to lead our passionate team and build on the strong foundations already in place.
Our Mission
To provide children and young people with autism the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential and prepare for adulthood with confidence, dignity and independence.
As our new Head, you will embody our values of Inclusivity, Innovation, Honesty, High Expectations, Purpose and Potential, ensuring they permeate every aspect of school life.
About the Role
This is a rare opportunity to lead a truly unique provision. You will be responsible for:
- Leading the strategic direction and development of the school in line with our vision as a “Centre of Excellence for Autism in West Cumberland”
- Ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, therapeutic support and outcomes for every pupil
- Working closely with families, professionals, and the wider community to build meaningful partnerships
- Leading and developing a skilled and dedicated staff team with integrity and compassion
- Maintaining robust safeguarding, SEND, and curriculum practices in line with statutory requirements
- Driving innovation while upholding our culture of care, respect, and high expectations
We are looking for someone who:
- Is an experienced school leader, ideally within a special school or inclusive setting
- Has a deep understanding of autism and neurodivergent learners
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND
- Is strategic, resilient, and reflective, with the capacity to inspire and motivate others
- Has a strong commitment to inclusive, person-centred education
- Can lead with empathy while holding high standards for all
In return, we offer:
- A vibrant, child-centred school community with a clear moral purpose
- The opportunity to shape the future direction of a growing and innovative school
- A committed and skilled staff team, supportive families, and engaged governors
- A beautiful rural setting within reach of the Lake District
- Strong partnerships with local authorities and SEND networks
- A commitment to your professional development and wellbeing.
Branthwaite Academy and the Eden Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
The Eden Academy may from time to time require an employee to be relocated temporarily or permanently to one of its other schools. Any proposal to relocate will be carried out with due consultation and reasonable notice.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Branthwaite Academy
- School type
- Free School, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 66 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Branthwaite Academy website
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