Join Us in Turning Children’s Lives Around
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Assistant Headteacher to help drive our mission of Turning Children’s Lives Around. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Headteacher in leading a nurturing, trauma‑informed specialist school based in Bristol.
About Sky Vale School
Sky Vale School is a specialist setting for children and young people aged 6–18, many of whom have experienced trauma and benefit from a relational, therapeutic approach to education.
As a small school, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that promotes stability, belonging, and high‑quality learning, enabling every child to reach their full potential.
About the Role
As Assistant Headteacher, you will play a key role in both the strategic leadership and day‑to‑day management of the school.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the Headteacher in leading the school and driving improvement
- Championing and embedding the school’s vision, values, and trauma‑informed approach
- Leading key whole‑school areas of responsibility, in line with your expertise
- Working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding outcomes for young people
- Maintaining high expectations for behaviour, learning, and staff performance
You will also be part of a wider network of Senior Leaders across Five Rivers’ Ofsted‑registered schools, offering collaboration, support, and shared best practice.
Why Work With Us?
We offer a supportive and rewarding working environment alongside a competitive benefits package, including:
- Simply Health medical cash‑back scheme
- Company pension
- Access to high‑quality training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Card
- Enhanced maternity package (after 1 year’s service)
- Refer‑a‑Friend and Refer‑a‑Foster‑Carer bonuses
- Long service and recognition awards
- Ongoing professional and leadership development opportunities
Who We’re Looking For
We are keen to hear from candidates who have:
- A strong interest in SEND and trauma‑informed education
- Leadership experience in a specialist or mainstream school setting
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people
- The ability to inspire, motivate, and support both staff and pupils
This is full time role covering 37.5 hours per week, term time inline with the local authority.
Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
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