Head of School (Part-Time 2 days a week) at Avalon School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/AS/16559

Location

Brooks Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0PS

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

L11 - L17 (pro-rata)

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

Midnight, Sun 31st May, 2026

Start Date

September 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

Head of School (Part-Time, Job Share) – Avalon School

Leadership Scale L11–L17 (pro rata) | 2 days per week

Avalon School, part of the Bower Learning Partnership, is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced leader to join us as a part-time Head of School (2 days per week). This role operates within a job share model, working alongside an existing Head of School (3 days per week) to provide strong, consistent leadership across the school.

This role would be a perfect secondment opportunity for someone currently in a senior leadership position who is driven and passionate about their own professional development and provides an ideal opportunity for professional development.

This is a non-teaching role with a clear focus on teaching and learning, safeguarding and curriculum design. You will play a key role in leading the school day to day, developing high-quality provision and driving school improvement, while contributing to the wider leadership of the partnership.

Avalon is a nurturing special school for secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs, where we are committed to our vision of ‘Learning for Life’—supporting pupils to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need for adulthood.

We are looking for a leader who:

Has experience of senior leadership and school improvement
Can lead and develop a team with clarity, empathy and high expectations
Has strong knowledge of teaching and learning, curriculum and SEND practice
Is committed to inclusion, student voice and person-centred approaches

In return, we offer:

A supportive and collaborative leadership structure, including an experienced Executive Team
Strong opportunities for professional development and leadership growth, including secondment opportunities
The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people within a values-driven partnership

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.

If you are looking to take the next step in your leadership journey within a supportive and ambitious partnership, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please see the information contained in this link about the role: Recruitment Pack Head of School

Please contact Jo Stamford, Assistant HR Manager on 01278 496386 or email HR@poldenbower.org.uk should you need any further information Enquires are welcomed.

Polden Bower School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, online check, medical clearance proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.