20 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    24 September 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    4 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Assistant headteacher

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Leadership Scale 7-11 (£60,145 - £66,368)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational leader who is passionate about developing a positive school culture and securing exceptional outcomes for children. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

  • A strong commitment to high expectations, inclusion and ensuring every child can succeed.
  • Proven experience of leading improvements in behaviour, attendance, pastoral provision or personal development within a school setting.
  • A secure understanding of effective behaviour systems and strategies that promote positive relationships, consistency and excellent conduct.
  • Experience of using behaviour, attendance and pastoral data to identify priorities and drive improvement.
  • The ability to lead change successfully and secure the commitment of staff, pupils and families.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, enabling them to build effective relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external agencies.
  • A commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing, inclusion, belonging and personal growth.
  • The confidence to support, challenge and develop colleagues to ensure consistently high standards across the school.
  • Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • A reflective, resilient and values-driven approach, with a relentless focus on improving outcomes for all children.

This role would particularly suit an ambitious leader who is motivated by the opportunity to shape school culture, lead meaningful improvement and play a central role in strengthening behaviour, attendance and personal development within a supportive and ambitious leadership team.

What the school offers its staff

We care about our staff and are committed to creating a positive and supportive working environment. In addition to salary, we offer:

  • Teachers Pension Scheme
  • Employee Reward Scheme, including high street discounts and access to a staff wellbeing centre
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Support from experienced leaders and a safeguarding team who are dedicated to doing the very best for pupils
  • The opportunity to contribute to a whole-school transformation, shaping systems, practice and culture

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.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

View advert on school website (opens in new tab)

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Primary AHT B and PD Recruitment Pack.pdf - 338 KB (opens in new tab)

About Bridgwater College Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 3 to 16
Education phase
All through school
Size
1561 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 16
Ofsted report
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Website
Bridgwater College Academy website
Email address
recruitment@btc-trust.org
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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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