Job Description

Actual Salary

36,124 per annum.

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full Time - All Year Round

Package

- On site accommodation
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Reward Scheme

Job category/type

Non classroom based support staff

Date posted

28/04/2025

Job reference

REQ000290

Deputy Head of Boarding (residential)

Anticipated start date: September 2025



43 hours per week (plus on-call within personal residence overnight duties)

36 weeks per year (Term time only plus inset days)

Working Hours: 7am to 9am + 3.45pm to 10.15pm, Monday to Friday (plus one weekend duty per half term)

BTCT points 16-18, commencing at point 16. Actual starting salary: 36,124 per annum.

Accommodation: On-site accommodation is provided for this role, which is available all year round, inclusive of utility bills.



We are looking for a well-organised, practical and understanding individual to join the Academy as a Deputy Head of Boarding. This is an exceptional opportunity for a keen boarding and or pastoral practitioner to experience all aspects of pastoral leadership and management in this busy and exciting setting. Although there will be many opportunities for the Deputy Head of Boarding to be involved in the wider life of the school, the role offers the opportunity to specialise in pastoral provision and the primary focus of the role will be on supporting and developing the boarding experience at Brymore.

This role is suited to an individual who can both lead, support and inspire both staff and students to get the maximum out of themselves on both a day-to-day basis and also over a sustained long-term approach.

We are looking for an outstanding individual to ensure the wellbeing of all the boys is at the heart of what we do, and to be part of a successful team.

What we offer:

On-site accommodation is provided for this role, which is available all year round, inclusive of utility bills. Generous Local Government Pension Scheme Employee Reward Scheme - including high street discounts and a staff wellbeing hub.

Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 15th May 2025

Anticipated Interview Date: Thursday 22nd May 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. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.