Assistant Headteacher - Teaching and Learning at Bridlington School

Bridlington School; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridlington School is seeking an ambitious and innovative leader to take the lead on Teaching and Learning within a large secondary school setting. You will join the Senior Leadership Team and work with the Quality of Education group to drive improvements, develop teaching expertise and secure excellent outcomes for all students.

The role requires a proven track record of improving teaching and learning, credibility as a classroom practitioner and successful leadership experience in a secondary

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improving teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• Excellent classroom practitioner with credibility among colleagues.
• Successful leadership experience within a secondary school.
• Passionate about evidence-informed practice and professional learning.
• Able to inspire, motivate and develop others.

Responsibilities

• Lead on Teaching and Learning across the school.
• Shape the vision for teaching, learning and curriculum development.
• Drive whole-school improvement strategies with the Quality of Education team.
• Ensure evidence-informed practice informs decisions and actions.
• Support staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Mentoring

Curriculum development

Job description

About this Role

At Bridlington School, we believe that exceptional teaching changes lives. We are seeking an ambitious, innovative and highly effective leader to take the lead on Teaching and Learning. This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced middle or senior leader who is passionate about developing teachers, improving classroom practice and ensuring every student receives the highest quality education. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving our vision for teaching and learning, ensuring that evidence-informed practice is at the heart of everything we do. Working alongside the Quality of Education team, you will lead whole-school improvement strategies that develop teaching expertise, enhance curriculum implementation and secure excellent outcomes for all our students.

The Team

You will join the Senior Leadership Team as the 8th member, but you will also have an extensive Quality of Education team to work with. This includes a Director for Teaching and Learning supporting with the operations, a teaching and learning coordinator who supports with mentoring of teaching staff and 3 Lead Practitioners who support numeracy, literacy and ECTs.

The School

Bridlington School is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school serving the local community with pride. We are committed to providing students with an ambitious education that enables them to thrive academically, socially and personally. Our TORCH values are reflected in our determination to ensure that every student is known, supported and challenged to achieve their full potential. We believe that great schools are built on strong relationships, excellent teaching and a culture where both students and staff can flourish. Students are polite, respectful and keen to learn, 61% are entitled to free school meals, 25% are also on the SEN register predominantly due to difficulties with literacy and numeracy skills.

Candidates are invited to meet the Headteacher and learn more about the school before committing an application.

What we can offer You

• The opportunity to influence teaching and learning across a large secondary school.
• A key leadership role with genuine strategic impact.
• A highly supportive experienced Senior Leadership Team.
• Access to high-quality professional development and leadership training.
• A culture that values continuous improvement.
• A school committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people.

It is an exciting time to join Bridlington School as we continue to strengthen relationships with other local Education providers including nearby Secondary Schools and Primary Feeders. This provides opportunity to be involved in transition and outreach work, but also connections with peers across the local area. The school has a genuine and sustained focus on reducing workload, particularly in relation to marking and feedback.

About You

• Has a proven track record of improving teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with credibility among colleagues.
• Has successful leadership experience within a secondary school setting.
• Is passionate about evidence-informed practice and professional learning.
• Can inspire, motivate and develop others.
• Has excellent communication, coaching and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates resilience, integrity and a commitment to high standards.
• Can work strategically while maintaining a sharp focus on implementation and impact.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion, opportunity and excellence for every student.

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is pursuing equality of opportunity in employment and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.