Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust
Somerset
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
5 October 2025
Job overview
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Headteacher to join our Academy Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping standards and outcomes across the Primary Phase, while contributing to whole-academy strategy and development.
The successful candidate will take both strategic and operational responsibility for assessment across EYFS to Year 6. You will lead on all statutory assessments, ensuring compliance with national frameworks and moderation processes, and oversee the effective use of data systems to track pupil progress and inform improvement priorities. You will also work closely with colleagues to narrow achievement gaps and maximise outcomes for all pupils, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds. In addition, you will lead pupil progress meetings, support the development of high-quality teaching and learning, and contribute to timetabling and curriculum planning to ensure that high standards are maintained throughout the Primary Phase.
This role also involves providing leadership for staff, offering motivation, support, and challenge to ensure that colleagues achieve the highest expectations. You will build strong working relationships with parents and carers, fostering a culture of partnership that supports pupil development and achievement. As a senior leader within the academy, you will also play a key role in whole school improvement, contributing to the wider leadership of the academy and ensuring that every child achieves.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate:
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a strong track record of leadership within the primary sector.
* Expert knowledge of the primary curriculum and statutory assessment frameworks (EYFS, Phonics, KS1, KS2).
* Proven experience in leading statutory assessment procedures and data management.
* Success in using assessment and data to drive school improvement and raise pupil outcomes.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into effective strategies.
* Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, support, and hold colleagues to account.
* Effective communication skills to build strong relationships with staff, pupils, parents, and external partners.
* A commitment to inclusion, high expectations, and ensuring that every child has access to the very best education.
Why Join Us?
At Bridgwater College Academy, you will become part of a committed, supportive, and ambitious leadership team within a values-driven Trust that puts students first. We are collaborative and inclusive, with a strong sense of purpose and a shared determination to raise aspirations for all. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the Primary Phase, while contributing to the wider success of our all-through academy.
You will be joining at an exciting stage in our journey, as we continue to build on our strong foundations and look ahead to the future with confidence and ambition.
How to Apply
For more information and to apply, please visit
BTC Trust Careers Page.
Informal discussions and visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact us to arrange.
About Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust
C/o Bridgwater College Academy, Parkway, Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 4QY
United Kingdom
ABOUT THE TRUST
The BTC Trust is a dynamic and ambitious multi-academy trust dedicated to transforming lives through education. We are proud to serve diverse and vibrant communities across Somerset, operating a family of schools that provide high-quality education from early years to post-16. At the heart of our work lies an unwavering commitment to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background or circumstances, has the opportunity to achieve their potential and importantly, thrive.
OUR MISSION: EVERY CHILD ACHIEVES
At BTC Trust, our mission is simple yet profound: Every Child Achieves. This statement encapsulates our unwavering belief that every learner has the right to a high-quality education and the opportunity to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background. Whether through outstanding teaching, targeted support for those who need it most, or creating an inclusive culture that celebrates individuality, we are dedicated to ensuring that no child is left behind. Every decision we make, every policy we implement, and every action we take is driven by this mission, as we work tirelessly to remove barriers to success and create pathways for achievement for all our students.
OUR VISION AND VALUES
Our vision is clear: to deliver outstanding education that inspires, includes, and equips students for lifelong success. We achieve this through our core values of Ambition, Collaboration, and Inclusion. These values guide every decision we make, fostering a culture where students always come first, staff thrive, and communities benefit.
Ambition: We set high expectations for our students, staff, and schools, striving for excellence in all that we do. We believe in the power of education to change lives and aspire to make a meaningful difference for all our learners.
Collaboration: We are stronger together. By working in partnership with our schools, staff, students, families, and local communities, we achieve collective success. Sharing best practices and learning from one another ensures that no school or individual is left behind.
Inclusion: We embrace and celebrate diversity, ensuring that every student and colleague feels valued, supported, and able to succeed. Our commitment to equity drives us to remove barriers to achievement and create opportunities for all.
OUR SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES
BTC Trust is made up of a group of schools that reflect the diverse contexts and needs of Somerset's communities. From bustling market towns to rural villages, our schools serve students with a wide range of talents, aspirations, and challenges. This diversity is a strength, enriching the educational experience for all and ensuring that we develop flexible, responsive approaches to meet the needs of every learner. Our schools are not just places of education but hubs of support and opportunity within their local areas. We work closely with families, businesses, local authorities, and community organisations to provide a holistic education that goes beyond the classroom, empowering students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
At BTC Trust, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education. Our dedicated staff are passionate about ensuring that students are nurtured, challenged, and inspired every day. We are proud of our deeply inclusive ethos, which prioritises the needs of disadvantaged and underrepresented learners, including those with SEND, ensuring they have access to the same opportunities as their peers.
Through high-quality teaching, innovative practices, and a focus on continuous improvement, we strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for all our students. We champion creativity, resilience, and critical thinking, equipping young people with the skills they need to succeed in an ever-changing world.
A PARTNER IN THE COMMUNITY
Our Trust is a trusted partner in Somerset's communities, working collaboratively to address challenges such as rural isolation, disadvantage, and access to resources. By fostering partnerships with local employers, civic organisations, and health services, we ensure that our schools are not only centres of learning but also engines for social and economic growth.
LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
BTC Trust is proud of its achievements to date, but we are not complacent. We are committed to further strengthening our schools, developing our staff, and enhancing the life chances of every student we serve. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and inclusion, we are building a brighter future for our communities.
By joining BTC Trust, you will become part of a team that believes in the power of education to inspire, transform, and uplift. Together, we can create a lasting legacy of success for generations to come.
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