School/Church Community Leader - Part-time

The Downs CofE Primary School, Deal

• Ref:KCC886-3163-106S
• Posted:03/06/2025
• Pay:KSC
• Start Date:1st September 2025
• App Close Date:25/06/2025 at 08:00
• Interviews:Wednesday 2nd June 2025 (tbc)

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The Downs Church of England Primary School and Walmer Parish Churches are seeking to employ a motivated, flexible, sociable yet professional person to join our teams.

This new and exciting role has been developed by school and Church leaders. The contract will initially run for two years when a successful review could lead to a permanent role.

Start date: 1^st September 2025

Pay scale: KSC 0.5 FTE £25,252 (actual Salary £10,674, 18.5hrs per week)

Part time: 2.5 days per week term time only (flexible working days/hours – could include some weekend and evenings)

The Downs Church of England Primary School has a culture of thinking outside of the box to meet the needs of our children and their families. We believe that ‘nothing is impossible’ and strive to ensure that every member of our school community thrives. Our strong relationship with Walmer Parish Churches will form the perfect foundation for the successful candidate to begin planning opportunities for all members of our community to join together in activities which not only offer support but also enjoyment.

Job description:

• Liaise directly with school and church line managers and allow our partnership to flourish
• Be responsible for the organisation of events and activities including managing a small budget and producing risk assessments
• Form good professional relationships with local groups and charities and be confident in supporting parental engagement
• The ability to forge links within the community that will enhance awareness of the worlds, moments bigger than me and ultimately develop spirituality

Essential qualifications:

• Experience of working with children
• Have experience of working with parents to support their children
• Have an awareness of how a primary school functions on a day to day basis
• An understanding of the community we serve
• Good levels of literacy and computing (GCSE C/5 or above in literacy)

Essential qualities:

• A belief in the Christian faith and an ability to uphold key Christian values
• Excellent organisational skills
• Have compassion and empathy without judgement
• Be open, honest and trustworthy

The Downs CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Pre-visits to the school are encourage.  To arrange a mutually convenient time please contact Natalie Luxford, Headteacher, on 01304 372486 or email headteacher@downs.kent.sch.uk

Information about the school

About us:

The Downs CEP School is located in Kent in the UK. We have wonderful children and a fantastic team of staff who all work together to try and make learning fun!

We are very lucky to have lots of fantastic facilities for our children, including unique learning opportunities through our ‘enhanced curriculum’.

Children can explore the different areas within the school, harvest crops from the allotment, look after the animals or spend time at the wildlife pond.

We are proud of the wonderful children that attend our school and are passionate about offering them experiences that they will take with them throughout their lives.

Vision Statement:

Jesus said:  “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see.” Matthew’s Gospel 5: 14 – 16

At The Downs Church of England Primary School, we envision a community where every individual is empowered to radiate with God's light. Jesus said ‘you are the light of the world’. We are dedicated to enabling all children to recognize and share the inherent goodness within themselves. Our school, symbolised by the Lighthouse, embodies the beacon of our faith. With unwavering aspirations, a nurturing atmosphere, and bespoke approaches, we embrace the philosophy that Nothing Is Impossible, fostering an environment where all can thrive and flourish.

DEALT

In April 2019, The Downs CEP School became a founding member of the Deal Education Learning Alliance Trust (DEALT) which is a MAT comprised of eight local primary schools within Deal and the surrounding villages. This unique and exciting collaboration of local schools work together to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils and their families within our town.

Members of DEALT:

• Northbourne Church of England Primary School • The Downs Church of England Primary School • Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School • Deal Parochial Church of England Primary School • Sholden Church of England Primary School • Hornbeam Primary School • Sandown School • Worth Primary School

Job Contact Information

• Name:Natalie Luxford
• Address:Owen Square, Deal, Kent, CT14 0LP
• Telephone: 01304 372486
• Email: secretary@downs.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Application Information Pack