Key Role Information

Salary
£60145 - £66368
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
03/07/2026 00:00
Interview
10 July 2026
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Leadership Pay Scale | L7 - L11
Department
Senior Leadership Team
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
52.143
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

We are seeking to appoint an ambitious, resilient and inspirational Satellite Leader to support the leadership of our established School.


This is a key leadership role, providing an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and aspirational colleague to contribute to both strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Headteacher and Trust leaders. The role carries a significant focus on safeguarding (DDSL), behaviour, inclusion and SEND, alongside responsibility for supporting the development of a high quality curriculum.


The successful candidate will deputise for the Headteacher as required, providing consistent, visible leadership and ensuring high standards of safeguarding, behaviour and provision are maintained at all times.


This post would suit an experienced senior leader, or a colleague ready to take their first step into senior leadership, who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people with SEMH and complex inclusion needs. Experience of working with pupils with SEND and vulnerable learners is essential.


Core Purpose of the Role

The Assistant Headteacher will provide strategic and operational support to the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher in delivering school improvement priorities with a specific focus on the provision at the Copeland Street satellite campus. They will play a key role in implementing initiatives that enhance teaching and learning, pupil outcomes and staff development at this site while upholding the school’s values of Respect Collaboration Trust. They will act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for this site, and as Assistant to the SENCO, responsible for the assessment for exam access arrangements and progress against EHCP objectives within the classroom.


About You

You will be a committed and values-driven leader who:

·        Has experience of working with young people with SEMH and complex need

·        Demonstrates strong leadership in behaviour, inclusion or safeguarding

·        Is able to build strong relationships and inspire both pupils and staff

·        Has the resilience, emotional intelligence and professional judgement required to lead in a specialist setting

·        Shares our unwavering belief that “we never give up”


Why Join Us

Our school continues to grow and develop as part of Respect Collaboration Trust, offering strong opportunities for career progression and professional development across the Trust.

We know that our staff are at the heart of our success. We offer:

·        A committed and passionate staff team

·        A strong commitment to your professional development and leadership growth

·        Regular wellbeing support

·        A supportive environment where your talents will be recognised, developed and rewarded

·        Opportunities for career progression across our expanding Trust

·        Access to Employee Assistance Healthcare through Westfield Health


Safeguarding Statement

Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families has a role to play in safeguarding. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and will maintain an attitude of “it could happen here”.


This post involves substantial contact with children and is therefore subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We may also undertake an online search as part of the safer recruitment process.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Statusessential
A degree or equivalent qualification essential
Evidence of continuous professional development at a senior leadership essential
NPQML (or equivalent)desirable
SEND / SEMH specialist qualificationdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to analyse data to drive school improvement and inform decision-making
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Deep commitment to inclusive education and fostering an equitable learning environment
Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies
Ability to effectively manage change and lead innovation
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Empathetic and able to build positive relationships with students, staff, and stakeholders
A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
High levels of integrity, loyalty, and professionalism
Strong understanding of national educational policies, curriculum frameworks, and assessment practices
Strong understanding of national educational policies, curriculum frameworks, and assessment practices

Experience

Proven experience in curriculum leadership and developmentessential
Experience in developing and implementing inclusion strategiesessential
Experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy DSLessential
Experience in leading SEND provision and working with external agenciesessential
Experience of working in a multi-academy trust or collaborative educational setting
Experience of working in a multi-academy trust or collaborative educational setting
Experience as a Designated Teacher for Looked After Children

Experience/Knowledge

Experience in improving teaching and learning outcomes across a schoolessential

Personal Attributes

A role model for the values of Respect Collaboration Trustessential
Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure
Committed to professional growth and lifelong learning

Relevant Experience

Significant experience in a senior leadership role (Assistant Headteacher or equivalent)essential

Bridge Street School

Steph Compton

s.compton@bridgestreetschoolderby.co.uk

Bridge Street
Derby
Derby
Derbyshire
DE1 3LB

Safeguarding Information

The Respect Collaboration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures including the provision of two good references. 

We may undertake an online check for shortlisted candidates.