Teacher - Part-time

Woodchurch CEP School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3145-189T
• Posted:20/11/2025
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:1st January 2026
• App Close Date:28/11/2025 at 16:00
• Interviews:5.12.2025

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We are seeking an enthusiastic and high-quality teacher to join our team one day per week to provide release time for our Assistant Head of School. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about teaching and committed to delivering excellent learning experiences.

We are looking for someone who:

• Brings enthusiasm, creativity and a love of learning into the classroom

• Demonstrates strong, reflective teaching practice and a desire to continue developing professionally

• Makes effective use of both indoor and outdoor learning environments to enrich the curriculum

• Adapts teaching confidently to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners

• Uses Assessment for Learning purposefully to support progression and independence

• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a collaborative and supportive team

• Builds strong, trusting relationships with pupils and families, showing care, nurture and consistency

• Contributes positively to our Christian ethos and supports the school’s values and vision

In return, we offer:

• A happy and vibrant school full of children who enjoy learning

• A positive, caring and dedicated staff team

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team

• A strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and a workplace where people feel valued

• Opportunities for professional development and potential career progression across our federation

Safeguarding Statement & Recruitment Checks
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to:

• Undergo enhanced DBS clearance

• Provide satisfactory references

• Complete online and social media screening

• Undergo health and identity checks in line with safer recruitment requirements

All appointments are subject to these checks being completed satisfactorily.

If you are an enthusiastic teacher who would love to be part of our school, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Information about the school

Woodchurch Church of England Primary School has 165 children on roll and is situated in the heart of the Kent countryside in the village of Woodchurch, 6 miles from Ashford and 4 miles from Tenterden. We are a school at the heart of the community, that puts children at the heart of everything we do. Our site consists of a mixture of Victorian and modern buildings.

Woodchurch CE Primary School plays a central role within a close-knit village community. We enjoy a well-established relationship with the wider parish. We are proud of our inclusive, Christian ethos and benefit from strong, mutually supportive links with the local community, church and parents.

As a school we value each individual child and strive to provide a stimulating, learning experience for all our children. We are committed to ensuring that each child achieves their very best whilst in our care.

Our confident and engaging children are key to the welcoming family atmosphere you will find here at our amazing school. Our parents care about their children’s education, and we have a very active parent and friends association. You will be supported by a great Governing Body. We have strong links with our collaboration, Tenterden Rural Alliance made up other schools, including primary and secondary schools.

To find out more about us visit our fantastic school website.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kelly Burlton and Mrs Jen Dawes
• Address:Bethersden Road, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3QJ
• Telephone: (01233) 860232
• Email: kburlton@woodchurch.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01233) 860804

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description
• Child Protection
• Ex-Offenders Policy