Headteacher

Brymore is a State Boarding School for boys aged 11 - 16 set in its own 60 acre site in the Quantocks, an area of outstanding natural beauty, with a working farm, gardens, workshops and sports facilities which are fully utilised in the delivery of the curriculum to over 320 students of which 130 are boarders. .

Job Reference Number: 948

Full time, term time

Permanent

Starting salary of up to £85,000 per annum

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Headteacher at Somerset’s only state-funded boarding school for boys with a working farm. 

Brymore Academy is a high-achieving school where inclusion, challenge and a strong ethos of personal responsibility ensure that students’ academic attainment and progress as well as personal development are well developed. We are in a unique position to be able to offer a varied curriculum at KS3 and 4 including land-based studies alongside traditional classroom subjects with forensic tracking of student progress, monitoring of support and interventions and a comprehensive and holistic view of well-being and student support.

In the heart of Cannington, Brymore Academy is focused on ensuring that the lives of those living within our local community are improved through education. We strongly believe in education for all and the Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust (BTC Trust) is a strong Trust which focuses on ensuring individuals from all backgrounds have equality of opportunity. Our 7 schools and 2 Apex centres bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

At Brymore Academy, we set high expectations and focus on a holistic approach to student achievement. We are tenacious in our approach and determined to ensure that our students are provided with a safe, caring and supportive environment for learning. We believe passionately that equity in education leads to equality of opportunity later in life and are deeply engaged in what makes for a world-class education for now and for the future. The Headteacher at Brymore Academy will have the truly unique opportunity of developing the vision for the Academy.

We welcome applications from dynamic and compassionate leaders with the ability to set a clear direction of travel and take others on the journey. You will understand the importance of supporting and developing others within your team whilst at the same time holding them accountable to deliver results. You are someone who can think ‘outside the box’ in order to achieve the best outcomes for colleague and the community and you understand great pedagogy and practice. As a skilled leader, you bring a strong operations management skill set and business acumen as well as a high level of emotional intelligence.

Reporting to our Trust Leader, you will be committed to designing the Academy Development Plan for the school as well as working with colleagues across the Trust to develop the curriculum. You will bring senior leadership experience in education as well as strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrable track record in cultivating innovation. A commitment to contributing to the wider development and strategic direction of the Trust as a member of the Leadership Team is essential.  

This role will be based at Brymore Academy, includes the opportunity for some home working and family accommodation is available on site. Travel to other academies within the Trust will be required on occasion.

Key dates:

• Shortlisting date: 16th January 2024
• Applicant familiarisation day: 24th January 2024
• Assessment centre: 25th January 2024
• Final Interview: 26th January 2024

Does this sound like the role for you? All application forms must be fully completed. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. If you have any questions about completing your application form, please e-mail recruitment@btc-trust.org

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Thursday 11th January 2024

Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you. 

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of 24.4%, generous annual leave entitlement for all- year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.