KS4 Belvidere Bridge Lead
Overview
Belvidere School is seeking to appoint an inspirational and committed KS4 Bridge Lead to coordinate and develop our internal alternative provision — The Belvidere Bridge — supporting KS4 students throughout their Key Stage 4 journey.
We are looking for an individual with high expectations, compassion, and strong communication skills, who can provide a calm, consistent presence for our most vulnerable learners. This role combines academic coordination, pastoral leadership, and family liaison — ensuring that every student in The Bridge experiences stability, belonging, and the ambition to succeed.
The successful candidate will embody the Belvidere values of Belong • Believe • Succeed and demonstrate the tenacity to do “whatever it takes” to help pupils re-engage, rebuild confidence, and achieve meaningful outcomes.
Responsibilities
To lead and coordinate the KS4 Belvidere Bridge provision, ensuring high-quality education and pastoral care for pupils who require a more personalised learning environment. The KS4 Bridge Lead will oversee day-to-day operations, coordinate teaching and support, and foster positive behaviour, engagement, and achievement — preparing pupils for successful reintegration or post-16 transition. Reporting to Assistant Headteacher (SENDCo) and Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral).
Salary & Other Information
Permanent – Full Time – Term Time plus PD Days
Grade 8 (SP 19-22, £32,061 – £33,699 FTE)
Alternatively, for candidates with QTS, the post may be paid on the Main Pay Scale (MPS), depending on experience
Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner if possible)
Location: Belvidere School, Shrewsbury
Closing Date: 1st December 2025
Location
Belvidere School
Belvidere Lane
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 5RJ
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
You can send your application via:
Email to: recruitment@belvidereschool.co.uk
Post to: Ms Kathryn Yarwood, Belvidere School, Belvidere Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5RJ
We are committed to finding the right person for the role, and conversations with the Headteacher Mr. Robin Rashid are warmly encouraged. Please email the Headteacher’s PA Kathryn Yarwood to arrange an informal discussion: Kathryn.Yarwood@belvidereschool.co.uk
You may wish to support your application with a letter of no more than two sides of A4, in place of the Further Details section on the form.
Please note, we cannot accept CVs
Additional Information
The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS Disclosure under the “Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974”. Further details regarding this check are available by visiting www.dbs.gov.uk. Belvidere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be undertaken as part of due diligence checks during the shortlisting process.
Job reference: BelvidereBridge2025