At Bridgwater College Academy, putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.
Salary: Band 6, Scale points 10-12 (Actual Salary: £24,816.14 per annum)
Contract: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus INSET days)
We are looking for an Assistant Head of Year to support our commitment to student success. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in managing the behaviour, welfare and academic achievements of our students.
The ideal candidate will have experience with working with young people and have a proven track record of success. They will provide support for students, teachers, and the Academy to raise standards of achievement for all students.
You will support staff, students and the academy policies and strategies. You will also provide support for students’ welfare and support the inclusion of students in all aspects of Academy life.
Why Join Us?
As part of the Bridgwater and Taunton College Trust, you will benefit from:
* A supportive and inclusive working environment
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* A generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of over 24%
* Access to an employee reward scheme, including high‑street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre
Closing date for applications: Midnight, 30th November 2025
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
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 at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. 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 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. 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).
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