What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an ambitious and dedicated leader looking to make a real difference in children’s lives? Bridgetown is seeking a passionate and talented Deputy Headteacher to join our dynamic team and help drive our school forward.
The Role
As Deputy Headteacher, you will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to shape the strategic direction of the school. You will:
o Lead on Curriculum, Behaviour and managing support staff as key areas of responsibility.
o Support staff development and performance management.
o Oversee school improvement priorities.
o Teach one day per week to maintain classroom experience.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking an exceptional leader who:
o Has a proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils.
o Is an excellent communicator, role model, and team player.
o Is passionate about making learning exciting, engaging, and inclusive.
o Has strong strategic and operational leadership skills.
o Shares our commitment to ensuring every child reaches their full potential.
What the school offers its staff
o A supportive and friendly school community.
o A dedicated and talented staff team.
o Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
o A chance to make a real impact in a forward-thinking school.
Further details about the role
If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.
Closing date: 29.4.25 (9am)
Interview date: 19.5.25
To apply or arrange a visit, please contact the school office on admin2053@welearn365.com
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.