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    Head Teacher - Taunton, United Kingdom - Silver Bridge School

    Silver Bridge School
    Silver Bridge School Taunton, United Kingdom

    1 month ago

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    Silver Bridge School is an independent special school for pupils aged 6 – 19, situated in the centre of Taunton, Somerset. We are looking to appoint a Head Teacher who is passionate about developing innovative and alternative curriculum designs for pupils with SEMH and ASC needs.

    This exciting opportunity to join our school and group as we continue to grow and deliver our innovative approach.

    At Spaghetti Bridge, we celebrate our unique three stage curriculum approach to learning, which embeds the necessary 21st century skills that our children need in order to lead fulfilling lives in a fast changing society.

    With a primary focus on developing progressive pedagogy, the successful candidate will work alongside other Headteachers and Group Support members to implement research-led curriculum developments.

    Our relational approach will be modelled by the successful candidate, who will demonstrate a compassionate, emotionally intelligent leadership style, whilst maintaining a culture of high expectation for all.

    The group has developed a new and exciting approach to curriculum and learning and will provide a detailed process driven framework but the successful candidate will be encouraged to contribute towards our ongoing development, to help us further refine our model.

    The successful candidate will:


    • have substantial experience in leading within a relevant setting


    • be able to articulate their understanding of up to date, evidence-based practice relating to SEMH and ASC interventions and how it might underpin a school such as ours


    • know how to employ a range of evidence, including performance data, to support, monitor, evaluate and improve aspects of school life


    • be able to explain the principles of strategic financial planning, budgetary management and principles of best value


    • be able to demonstrate their ability to develop and support staff


    • have a successful record of multi-agency working


    • be an excellent and dynamic communicator with the ability to build effective relationships with all stakeholders


    • have a systems centric approach

    The successful candidate will be supported with a full induction programme which will include working with our Headteachers and Group Support Team.

    We recognise that our schools all serve their own communities and are unique, but are keen to meet individuals who are passionate about adopting our innovative approaches.

    We understand the importance of building meaningful relationships with pupils and families to nurture growth and development of relational milestones such as, building trust and sharing enjoyment. Care and making connections are at the heart of our ethos and we work hard to ensure that all staff feel cared for too.

    We are strongly committed to providing high quality professional development for all our staff. As part of a growing group, we will be able to offer significant opportunities to work in collaboration with colleagues from across the group in order to develop innovative practice.

    We are constantly reviewing our practices to ensure that our staff can focus on what matters: providing a rich environment in which children and young adults can learn and thrive.

    We recognise that our schools all serve their own communities and are unique, but we also insist that our schools follow Spaghetti Bridge ways of working which ensure that there are high expectations and equality of opportunity for all our pupils.

    We would encourage early application and may appoint prior to the closing date.

    Salary: From L16 upwards and reflective of experience

    For more information, please view or If you would like to discuss the post please contact Kelly Newton on or via for more information.

    Please note that early application is encouraged as we may opt to appoint prior to the advert closing date.

    Spaghetti Bridge Ltd are committed to Safeguarding therefore, all employees must have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of our children and young people.

    All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service.

    This post involves working with children and young people considered to be at risk and therefore is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

    We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

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