Assistant Headteacher - Community Wellbeing
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Job Title:
Assistant Headteacher - Community Wellbeing
Location:
Wessex Lodge School, Frome, Somerset BA11 4LA
Hours:
40 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary: From £47,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:
Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: June 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
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About the Role
Are you a compassionate, strategic and values-driven leader who believes in the power of relationships, belonging and trauma-informed practice to change lives? We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead our whole-school approach to community wellbeing, attendance, parent relationships and transitions across our three sites.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture, systems and lived experience of pupils, families and staff in a school deeply committed to inclusion, therapeutic practice and high aspirations.
Lead the strategic development of whole-school wellbeing and trauma-informed practice.
Drive improvements in attendance, ensuring every pupil is supported to access learning.
Build strong, trusting parent and carer partnerships, with proactive communication and engagement.
Oversee transitions into school and between our three sites, ensuring each move is relational and well planned.
Work closely with pastoral, clinical and SEND teams to remove barriers to learning.
Analyse wellbeing, attendance and behaviour data to inform strategic decisions and reporting.
Contribute to school improvement planning and evaluation aligned with ISI expectations.
Be a visible, approachable and relational leader who models our values and high expectations.
About You
Experienced in middle or senior leadership within an SEMH or trauma-informed setting.
Skilled in trauma-informed approaches, therapeutic thinking and relational practice.
- Able to demonstrate impact in improving attendance.
Confident in building relationships with families, staff and external agencies.
Data-literate, reflective and committed to high standards.
Able to inspire teams and lead with empathy, clarity and integrity.
Why Join Us?
A deeply relational and values-driven culture.
A collaborative and supportive senior leadership team.
Highly committed staff and a strong multi-disciplinary approach.
Opportunities for continued professional development in trauma-informed leadership.
The chance to make a profound and lasting difference to pupils and families.
About Us
Wessex Lodge School operates across three sites in Kilmington, Frome, and Maiden Bradley, offering pupils a range of academic and vocational opportunities. Our skilled, practitioner-led staff use the THRIVE approach to support each student’s individual needs.
Pupils develop confidence, independence, and social-emotional skills in a nurturing, inclusive environment. Staff bring expertise from education and practical trades, enabling engaging, real-world learning experiences. Creativity, curiosity, and personal growth are encouraged through tailored support and hands-on activities. Wessex Lodge is dedicated to helping every pupil reach their full potential in a safe and stimulating setting.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
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